Flag Of War peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Flag Of War'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Compact, medium, upright
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Dark red, purple shading
- Foliage color
- Dark foliage
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Flag Of War' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Flag Of War') is a perennial for borders and perennial beds. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and loamy soil. Kelway bred it. The large, single blooms are dark red with purple shading and open in early to mid spring. The compact, upright plants have dark green leaves and strong red stems.
Pairs well with Incrediball hydrangea, Stargazer lily, and Love-in-a-mist.