Peony, Red

Peony Red dazzles with vibrant, bold red blooms that add striking seasonal color to any garden. These large, double blossoms appear abundantly in clusters during mid to late spring, making them a fantastic choice for bouquets and a beautiful addition to borders or as a specimen plant. Peonies are favored for their longevity, hardiness, and shrub-like perennial form. Once established, they require little maintenance and thrive best when left undisturbed. For optimal flowering, avoid planting peonies too deeply, as this may prevent blooming.

Excellent choice for a full-sun border
Deer and rabbit resistant
Stunning for bouquets

Plant Details +

Botanical	Paeonia lactiflora
Common Name	Peony
Height	24-26"
Spacing	30-36"
Hardiness	3-8
Exposure	Full Sun to Part Shade
Foliage	Green
Flower	Red
Bloomtime	Mid to Late Spring

Planting/Care Instructions +

Planting Instructions: May be planted in any well-drained soil. 1. Dig a hole large enough to encompass the roots without bending or circling.2. Set the plant in place so the eyes (tender white swellings protruding from the crown area) are about 1" below the soil surface.3. Cover with soil to original soil surface. Water thoroughly. No fertilizer required. Compost as needed. Prune after blooming and again in the fall after the leaves turn yellow.

Pests or Diseases: Relatively pest free, though ants are common but harmless