Red Emperor peony
Paeonia 'Red Emperor'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size2 to 3 feet tall2 to 3 feet wide
- Habit
- Medium, upright
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Light red
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Red Emperor' peony (Paeonia 'Red Emperor') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, cottage gardens, and pollinator gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist soil of most types. It is not a favorite of deer or rabbits, though hungry ones will eat almost anything. Its fragrant, light red blooms attract butterflies and bees. Edward Auten, Jr bred it.
Pairs well with Columbine, Nodding onion, and Earth Angel hosta.