![]() ![]() It is an itoh peony which is a hybrid of a tree and a herbaceous peony. Bartzella Bartzella prefers abundant, but not too frequent watering. These single flowered peonies usually do not require staking, making it a great low maintenance option. Its dark petals make a statement in an early summer garden. But when this one bloomed in a new client’s garden it surprised me with its single row of dark chocolate wine colored petals and the pop of yellow. When I first came across this peony it was a wonderful surprise. Scientific Name: Paeonia lactiflora ‘Chocolate Soldier’ Chocolate Soldier Chocolate Soldier – a flower with a diameter of 16 cm, in dissolution has dark cherry color with a chocolate tint, almost black-red. The fragrant blossoms are 10-12″ wide! These ones may require staking since the blossoms are so large and heavy. This peony can definity be used as a feature as it will draw awe and attention. It features a bright pink outer ring of single flowers and then it opens up to a bowl of soft yellow ruffles that eventually fully open and turn a pale creamy pink. This is the peony that comes to my mind when speaking broadly about peonies. ![]() Scientific Name: Paeonia lactiflora ‘Bowl of Beauty’ Bowl of Beauty Bowl of Beauty is a moisture-loving plant, that grows well in open sunny areas, but can also tolerate a rarefied shade. If you love this variety but can’t find it, try Karl Rosenfeid as they are fairly interchangeable. ![]() This variety can also last through periods of heat. They have sturdy stems and may not require staking. It’s another classic variety that is found in many gardens. The dark fuschia double blossoms on this bushy peony are gorgeous. Scientific Name: Paeonia lactiflora ‘Kansas’ Kansas Droughts and frosts are not terrible for Kansas peonies. These peonies are sturdy and do not require staking and are one of the first peonies to bloom in the garden. It is a semi double flower that has coral petals and a fluffy yellow interior. The vibrant coral color on this peony is unexpected and beautiful. In 2019 Living Coral was Pantone’s color of the year and I couldn’t seem to plant these in people’s gardens fast enough. Scientific Name: Paeonia lactiflora ‘Coral Sunset’ Coral Sunset Coral Sunset is a tall, leafy shrub with large buds and strong stems. This peony is large and heavy and will need to be staked and planted in a protected area if possible. Planted alongside other red flowers (red geraniums for instance) would really make the flecks of red in Festiva Maxima pop. I like the added interest of the red bits in the center, it really shows the ruffles in the petals. Festiva Maxima is a fluffy double white peony with flecks of red in the center. Scientific Name: Paeonia lactiflora ‘Festiva Maxima’Īnother very popular variety. Festiva Maxima Festiva Maxima begins abundant flowering in the third year of life. The peonies will bloom first and then form a nice mound of foliage while the roses go into full bloom. I like it planted in front of soft pink roses. This peony is easy to grow, and the blossoms are heavy and delicate. The peony will need caged or staked, and try to plant in a sheltered location out of the wind. The flowerheads on these are very heavy and delicate. Great for cutting and making bouquets with. The large double blossoms are huge and fluffy and the most delicate light pink. I am starting off the list with a very popular variety.
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