Red Star peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Red Star'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Red Star' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Red Star') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, 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. The flowers have a Japanese form with overlapping deep vermilion petals. The staminodes are tipped with gold. It grows tall and strong and blooms freely.
Pairs well with Swamp milkweed, Little bluestem, and Stargazer lily.