War peony

Paeonia lactiflora 'War'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

War peony
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Bloom color
Crimson - scarlet
Soil types
Loam

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'War' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'War') is a perennial for borders, cut flower gardens, 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 double flowers are tall, crimson to scarlet red, and show a few stamens. Kelway bred it.

Pairs well with Showy milkweed, White fringe tree, Pink Impression tulip, and Sensitive fern.