The low-maintenance shrub replacing peonies this summer

If you love peonies but want a low-maintenance plant that offers similar vibrant blooms for much longer, you might want to consider planting hardy hibiscus instead.

Peony season is one of my favourite times of year, and for those of us who have learnt to grow peonies and grappled with how difficult peonies can be to care for whilst establishing, seeing the beautiful flowers is a joy.

However, with a peony’s flowering window lasting between seven and 10 days, I say this feels too short. If you want a statement plant to fill your borders with stunning colour, hardy hibiscus can be a brilliant alternative.