Rubie Battey peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Rubie Battey'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Tall, upright
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Dark red
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Rubie Battey' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Rubie Battey') 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. Dark red Japanese type blooms open in late spring on tall, stiff stems. The flowers last well, which makes them good for cutting. Edward Auten, Jr bred it.
Pairs well with Star Gazer lily, Smooth hydrangea, and Cinnamon fern.