March 3, 2026

Growing Beyond Greens

Inside Peony Season at CFG

by
the CFG Editors

Each spring, peony season arrives quickly at our Forest Grove farm in Oregon. From April through June, the fields are in constant motion as different varieties come into bloom. Careful monitoring and thoughtful harvesting help ensure each stem is cut at the right moment.

A Season Shaped by the Weather

Spring weather sets the pace for peony harvest. Cool stretches slow development. A few warm days can move blooms forward quickly. Because of that, timing decisions are made in the field, not just on the calendar. Crop maturity is monitored daily, and harvest plans adjust as conditions shift.

This allows us to:

  • Transition smoothly from early to late varieties
  • Maintain steady supply throughout the season
  • Minimize loss and protect overall quality
Peony buds developing in the field during early spring at our Forest Grove farm

Peony Varieties: Early to Late Bloom Progression

To keep the harvest moving steadily, our peonies are planted in a natural bloom progression.

The season opens with strong early varieties. Mid-season carries the bulk of demand and color diversity. Late varieties, including a mix of Pure Whites and Sara Bernhardts, help finish the harvest with reliable volume.

Grown & Managed in Forest Grove, Oregon

Our Forest Grove farm provides the cool spring conditions peonies thrive in. Strong stems and consistent bloom development start in the field. Once harvested, stems move quickly into processing. There, they are:

  • Cooled for a minimum of 24 hours
  • Graded for stem strength and uniformity
  • Checked for bloom stage
  • Packed for distribution

Sequencing the Season

Beyond day-to-day harvest decisions, the season is shaped well before blooms open. We plant varieties that naturally bloom in succession — early, mid, and late. That progression helps structure the harvest window, even when spring weather shifts week to week.

Planning Ahead

Peony season remains condensed and weather-dependent. Early coordination helps secure preferred varieties and timing.

To learn more about our Oregon-grown peony program or check seasonal availability, connect with our team.

by
the CFG Editors

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The top of the image shows lush peony greens being harvested while the bottom image shows a happy worker harvesting and packaging peonies.