
Peony lactiflora - Red Charm, 1 Pack
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Paeonia lactiflora - Red Charm
A beloved classic among red peonies, ‘Red Charm’ captivates with its lush, bomb-shaped double flowers in deep, vivid red—rich and dynamic, full of texture and allure. Fragrant and early-blooming, this cultivar dazzles on stout, upright stems around 32–36 inches tall, making it a standout both in the garden and in floral arrangements. Recognized with the American Peony Society Gold Medal in 1956, ‘Red Charm’ is praised for its heat tolerance, vigorous habit, and notably long bloom time.
- 1 growing root per pack, 2-3 eyes
- Deep red, 8" bomb-type double blooms
- Sweet-spicy fragrance; great for cutting
- Early bloomer; deer & rabbit-resistant
Specifications | Details |
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Colour | Deep merlot-red double blooms with ruffled, piled-high centers |
Hardiness Zone | 2 - 8 |
Plant Height | Approximately 32–36 in (80–90 cm) |
Plant Width | ~36 in (90 cm) spread |
Sun Requirements | Full sun to partial shade; performs well even in heat |
Fragrant | Yes |
Deer Resistant | Yes |
Plant Timing | Herbaceous perennial—dies back in winter, re-emerges in spring |
Bloom Timing | May - July |
Plant Depth | Plant crown (eyes) about 1–2 in (2.5–5 cm) below soil surface |
Plant Spacing | ~60–90 cm (24–36 in) between plants |