Royal Charter peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Royal Charter'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Red
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Royal Charter' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Royal Charter') 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 large red blooms look waxy and velvety, and they are loosely built. Waxy green foliage sits on heavy stems. It is a good grower and blooms with the hybrid peonies.
Pairs well with Siberian iris, New England aster, and Switchgrass.