If you’re considering growing peonies for cut flowers, understanding your potential yield is essential for planning both your harvest and your profits. At Tanglebloom, we use practical experience and data to guide our planning—and you can too.
Expected Stem Yield
Mature peony plants typically produce 20–30 harvestable stems per season.
At Tanglebloom, we plan with an average of 20 stems per plant, though some workhorse varieties can produce 40+ stems.
Plant spacing matters: space plants 3’ apart on center in rows 4’ apart to maximize airflow, health, and harvest efficiency.
Understanding Revenue Potential
Peony roots: $7–15 wholesale per plant
Wholesale sales: $1–$4 per stem
Retail sales: $5–$7+ per stem
High-end event work: $7–$20 per stem
Example: a small patch of 100 plants yielding 20 stems each at $5 retail per stem can generate $10,000 in cut flower revenue per season, not including foliage, agritourism, or value-added products.
Harvest Planning
During peak bloom season, expect to harvest up to 3 times per day on sunny, warm days.
Cut flower harvest window typically lasts 2–4 weeks, depending on the varieties you choose, climate, and weather.
To extend your harvest and sales window:
Choose varieties that bloom at different times to stagger production
Peonies can also be placed into long-term cold storage for several weeks
Strategic planning around stem yield and harvest timing helps you maximize revenue.