Single, large flower opens a strong deep crimson red, that draws the eye from afar. Smoothly cupped petals surround a cluster of yellow stamens centered by prominent, pale carpels and stigmas. Satisfactory plant habit, vigorous and fast increase. Forms a spreading, medium height bush of decidedly rugged appearance. Reliable bloomer with ample color on a bush with interesting deep green foliage. The long leaflets are cut and pointed, the foliage remains healthy for most of the growing season. A unique peony that attracts pollinators and makes a fine addition to a living garden.
Awards, Best Use & Distinctions
BeeLoved®; general garden and landscape use; attracts pollinators and honey bees; deer resistant.
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Basic Growing Requirements
Full Sun. Water as needed, sensitive to overwatering and waterlog conditions. Soil pH 6.5-7. Fertile, well-draining soil.
Disclosure: The image(s) above shows the actual cultivar named and described on this page. The pictures are a fair and accurate depiction of the flowers as they are, in vivo, and are not staged or altered otherwise. The descriptions are based on our experience with plants that are grown by us here in NW Missouri. All images and information presented are subject to US Copyright ©, cultivar names may be subject to US Registered Trademark ®, and/or subject to specific breeder rights such as US Plant Patent and/or USDA Plant Variety Protection as well as specific State of Missouri crop protection laws, and all rights thereto are reserved. Please note plant size, color, and health is due to a variety of environmental factors so results cannot be guaranteed and additionally that different web browsers may display colors slightly differently. These varieties may not be propagated commercially or exported without specific license and may be subject to export/import regulations. For inquiry send a written letter to Hollingsworth Peonies, P.O. Box 233, Maryville, MO 64468.
