Deep dark red guard petals, almost garnet coloured, form a cup around a large centre of ribbons. These are the same colour as the outer petals but have the extra charm of being lined with cream. Late season.
Peonies will grow in most soils as long as they are not wet, including clay soils. They require a sunny or partially shaded site. Herbaceous peonies need to be planted with the eye (the dormant pink buds) no more than 2.5cm below the surface of the soil. Do not mix manure in the soil before planting as this may rot the eyes.