Red Kristal peony
Paeonia 'Red Kristal'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 2 feet tall
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Ruby-red
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Red Kristal' peony (Paeonia 'Red Kristal') 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, average moisture, and loamy soil. Single ruby-red flowers are fragrant and attract butterflies and bees. It sits low on the menu for deer and rabbits. Jedlicka bred it.
Pairs well with Lanceleaf coreopsis, Switchgrass, and Limelight hydrangea.