As Parkland Peonies continues to grow, we’ve made a few thoughtful updates to how peony roots will be delivered this season — all with the goal of improving efficiency, reliability, and your overall experience.
This year, we will no longer be offering local pickup from our home address for peony root orders. Instead, customers within Calgary and the surrounding area will automatically be offered a $10 flat rate shipping option at checkout, allowing their peonies to be shipped directly to their door. These local orders will be shipped by Canpar or Canada Post Expedited, whichever service is best suited to the delivery location.
We’re especially pleased to share some good news this season: we’ve reduced shipping costs for customers across Canada. At a time when so many costs continue to rise, we’ve worked hard to keep shipping as affordable as possible without compromising care. All peony orders will ship by courier or Canada Post Expedited, carefully selected based on the physical address to ensure safe, timely delivery. It’s our way of making it a little easier — and more affordable — to add new peony gems to your garden this fall.
For those who have relied on local pickup year after year, please be assured that nothing has changed in how your peonies are handled. Each order will be packed with the same care and attention, and shipped at the optimal time to arrive healthy, secure, and ready for fall planting. Shipping peony roots is something we do every season, and we’re confident this change will serve our customers well.
With so many costs rising everywhere, this is our way of saying thank you — for your continued support, your trust in our roots, and for being part of the Parkland Peonies community. We’re looking forward to another great season ahead.
Please note: We will not be shipping peony orders to the United States again this season, due to ongoing uncertainty with customs and high tariff costs
No. We will not be shipping peony orders to the U.S. this season due to ongoing customs uncertainty and high tariff costs.
A quick note for both new and returning customers.
At Parkland Peonies, we are a fall-shipping, mail-order nursery. All of our peonies are shipped as bare-root plants in the fall, rather than in spring — and this timing is very intentional.
Fall is when peonies are naturally dormant and best suited for digging, dividing, and transplanting. Shipping at this time allows the plants to settle in with minimal stress, giving them the strongest possible start and setting the stage for healthy growth and beautiful blooms in the seasons ahead.
If you placed your order earlier this year, thank you. Your peonies will be shipped in the fall, and you’ll receive an update from us as shipping time approaches. Until then, it’s the perfect time to plan planting spots and look forward to what’s to come.
One small tip: ordering early is always recommended. Our inventory is limited, and many favourite varieties do sell out as the season progresses.
Thank you again for supporting Parkland Peonies. We truly appreciate your trust in our roots and look forward to sharing these special plants with you.
Why is local pickup no longer available?
As Parkland Peonies continues to grow, we’ve made the decision to streamline our shipping process. Local pickup from our home address is no longer offered for peony root orders.
What is the new option for local customers?
Customers within Calgary and the surrounding area will automatically be offered a $10 flat rate shipping option at checkout. Orders are shipped directly to your door by Canpar or Canada Post Expedited.
Will my peonies arrive safely without local pickup?
Absolutely. Peonies are packed with the same care and attention as always and shipped at the optimal time for fall planting. Shipping peony roots is something we do every season.
Yes — we’ve reduced shipping costs across Canada this season. Orders will ship by courier or Canada Post Expedited, selected based on your physical address to ensure safe and timely delivery.