Single scarlet flowers, like a big red poppy, with silky petals that as they age get bigger and fade to pink. Yellow stamens. Robust and reliable. Slight scent. Early 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.