Content
- 1 What is so remarkable about red peonies
- 2 The best varieties of red peonies
- 2.1 Old Faithful
- 2.2 Henry Bockstos
- 2.3 Walter Maines
- 2.4 Red giant
- 2.5 Karl Rosenfeld
- 2.6 Secret passion
- 2.7 Diana Parks
- 2.8 Hemoza Giant
- 2.9 Red Charm
- 2.10 Red Wiz Pink
- 2.11 Scarlet Sails
- 2.12 The Qiao sisters
- 2.13 June Brilliant
- 2.14 Walter Maines
- 2.15 Armani
- 2.16 Circus Circus
- 2.17 America
- 2.18 Red Grace
- 2.19 Ruth Clay
- 2.20 Sword Dance
- 2.21 Hot chocolate
- 2.22 Paul M. Wild
- 2.23 Red Magic
- 2.24 Kansas
- 2.25 Team Performance
- 2.26 Typhoon
- 2.27 Sinnitigetsu
- 2.28 Makinak Grand
- 2.29 Coral altar
- 2.30 Scarlet Haven
- 2.31 Dragon Flowers
- 3 Red peonies in landscape design
- 4 Planting and care rules
- 5 Conclusion
Red peonies are popular plants that are used to decorate the garden, as well as when drawing up compositions and bouquets. These are bright perennial shrubs with species diversity. In most cases, they are not too demanding to care for and are highly winter-hardy. Therefore, they can be grown in almost any Russian region.
What is so remarkable about red peonies
The classic reds are the most eye-catching shades as they are vibrant, self-contained colors. In addition, they contrast well against the green background of the lawn, shrubs, trees, herbaceous plants.
Red peonies have recently become widespread for quite natural reasons:
- a wide variety of species - all sorts of shades of red are presented: from pale pink to rich burgundy;
- undemanding care. Basically, red peonies need regular watering, good lighting and fertilization;
- lush shrubs with spreading, fairly strong branches look good in single plantings and compositions;
- red peonies are perfect for classic and creative bouquets. They are stored for a long time after cutting.
Red peonies will successfully fit into the garden with any design concept
The best varieties of red peonies
Today, several dozen varieties of red peonies can be found in the public domain. These are mainly hybrids bred abroad. They are distinguished by good winter hardiness and are not demanding to care for. Therefore, they can be grown even in regions with frosty winters: in the Urals, in southern Siberia and in the Far East.
Old Faithful
These are large red double peonies, reaching a diameter of 20 cm. The buds form in July, resembling roses in appearance. The petals are lush, the surface is velvety. The variety is suitable for single plantings and mixborders. Red peonies of this variety are stored for several days after cutting, which allows them to be used in bouquets.
Several large flowers appear on the compact Old Faithful bush, the height of the peduncles reaches 90 cm
Henry Bockstos
A double herbaceous peony blooming in mid-summer. The bush is of medium height, peduncles grow up to 90 cm. Red peonies are very large, lush, they look attractive. The bud is located in the center, the shape is correct, round.
Henry Bokstos bush produces 10-15 bright large flowers of large diameter
Walter Maines
An interesting hybrid with a Japanese flower shape. Peonies of medium diameter (up to 15 cm). The color is bright red. The variety blooms in early July with a pleasant aroma. Differs in large petals and graceful light yellow stamens. The height of the bush is up to 75 cm, the stems are strong enough that it can be grown without the use of supports.
Compact bush Walter Maines has glossy greenery
With proper care, it produces 10-15 flowers.
Red giant
The classic late blooming variety (early August). The color is bright red, the shape is crown. The stems of the bush are rather short, the leaves are large.With proper care, many colors will form.
The red giant produces flowers of medium size - 15-16 cm in diameter.
Karl Rosenfeld
Peony with red, pink hues, like most other varieties, begins to bloom in the second year. The stems are strong, the peduncles are stable, they grow up to 90 cm. No support is required. The variety is characterized by high winter hardiness, suitable for cultivation in many regions of Russia.
Lush flowering, abundant, large flowers (up to 20 cm in diameter)
Secret passion
The tree-like early red peony begins to bloom in late May. The flowers are large enough, up to 16 cm in diameter, purple in color. The foliage is dense, light green, with a matte surface. The variety is resistant to adverse conditions, extremely rarely affected by diseases or pests.
The Secret Passion flower is distinguished by large red petals and miniature orange stamens
Diana Parks
Diana Parks is one of the oldest hybrids, bred back in the early 1940s. Shoots and peduncles are not high, up to 70 cm. It belongs to the varieties of early red peony - it begins to bloom in early June. The petals are dense, delicate. The stems are strong enough to grow without supports. The foliage is bright green, with a glossy surface, red peonies look good against its background.
Diana Parks' attractive red peonies have an average diameter (12-14 cm)
Hemoza Giant
Beautiful red-white peonies with very large flowers, the diameter of which is 25 cm. Appear in large numbers (30-70 pieces per bush).
A characteristic feature of the Giant from Chemoza is late flowering, which begins towards the end of August.
The leaves are large, the shoots are strong, durable, grow in one place for 15-20 years (no transplantation is required).
The soil should be fertile with good drainage.
Red Charm
Terry hybrid of early dates - the buds begin to open in mid-June. Peduncles grow up to 80 cm, the shoots are strong, tall. The color is dark red, scarlet, the petals are narrow and densely folded. A characteristic feature - the branches grow very quickly, they feel good even with minimal maintenance.
The red charm forms very large flowers, the diameter of which reaches 22 cm
Red Wiz Pink
Another interesting variety with two-color pink-red and white peonies of a very large diameter 20-25 cm. The plant is tall, up to 150-200 cm, with proper care, it blooms lush, 30-70 red peonies are formed on the bush. Differs in high winter hardiness and immunity to diseases and pests. You can immediately put it in a permanent place - it does not need a transplant for 15-20 years.
Red Wiz Pink is a vibrant bicolor peony with red, pink and white coloration
Scarlet Sails
Tall hybrid (up to 150-200 cm) with very lush red buds. They begin to open at the beginning of June and give off a pleasant aroma. Very large in size: 20-25 cm. The plant is unpretentious, resistant to frost, temperature extremes and diseases. In one place it can grow over the years.
The color of the Scarlet Sails variety is delicate, red, with scarlet shades
The Qiao sisters
Another attractive white and red peony. Its name is associated with a characteristic two-tone color - the bud consists of red and light pink halves. Together they look like a single whole. 1 bush grows from 30 to 70 red peonies of large diameter (20-25 cm). The flowering time is average - mainly the buds are formed at the end of June. Prefers light fertile soils with a slightly alkaline reaction.
The red and light pink halves complement each other harmoniously
June Brilliant
Terry large flowers of late term grow on peduncles 90 cm high. The petals are wavy, delicate, the foliage is dark green. Shoots are strong enough, resistant.The flowers are not too large - up to 14 cm in diameter.
The color of June Brilliant peonies is more intense in the center and less saturated at the edges.
Walter Maines
The flowers are Japanese-shaped with large dark red petals (in the center they become miniature, which adds attractiveness). Shoots up to 80 cm, the bush grows well, especially on nutritious, light soils with a neutral reaction. The buds begin to appear in the middle of summer. The variety is characterized by good winter hardiness - it can be grown in the Urals and South Siberia.
In the center, the petals are small, with an interesting yellow border, the size of the flower does not exceed 17 cm
Armani
Winter-hardy herbaceous peonies with large flowers (average size 20 cm). They tolerate frost well and require standard care. They prefer open, well-lit and heated areas. The color is recognizable, maroon, wine red. The flowers are densely double, grow on strong, strong shoots 90 cm high. The first varietal signs appear already in the third season after planting.
Armani bushes are spreading, flowers are lush, attractive
Circus Circus
Herbaceous, low bush (up to 70 cm) with semi-double flowers of medium diameter (12-14 cm). The buds begin to form at the beginning of summer, the flowers rise above the shoots, making them noticeable. Shades of light lilac, gives a pleasant, perceptible aroma.
Circus circus is one of the most beautiful flowers with delicate lilac petals and an orange center
America
Scarlet large flowers that appear in mid-June. The petals are large, the stamens are bright yellow. Looks good against bright green leaves. Peduncles are low - 70 cm.
The variety is characterized by large red peonies, on average 20-22 cm.
Red Grace
Very attractive scarlet voluminous flowers on tall shoots up to 90 cm tall. In the photo of this beautiful red peony, one can see delicate, densely stuffed petals, the flowers themselves are spherical, double, of the correct shape. The bushes look gorgeous in single plantings. Peonies are used in bouquet arrangements.
Red Grace variety is distinguished by large, bright flowers with a diameter of 22 cm
Ruth Clay
The crown-shaped red terry peony has a rich color. The stems of the bush are thin, but at the same time strong, they rise up to 90 cm.The buds are formed in early July.
Despite the small size (13 cm), the flowers look lush due to the large petals lining the bottom layer
Sword Dance
Sword Dance belongs to dark red peonies with very large double flowers. Compact bushes grow up to 1 meter in height. Due to their high winter hardiness, they can be bred not only in Central Russia, but also in other regions. Peonies have a pleasant, rich aroma; due to their bright color, they are often used in single plantings.
Sword Dance flowers reach a diameter of 16-20 cm
Hot chocolate
Red peonies, Japanese shape. The buds grow in mid-July, after blooming, they give large flowers 16 cm in size.At close range, you can feel a faint aroma. The bush is compact, reaches 90 cm. The petals are large, attractive.
The variety Hot chocolate has a red, rich color, a golden border is visible along the edges of the petals.
Paul M. Wild
A variety of red double peonies with medium late flowering (second half of July - early August). Peduncles are strong, tall, up to 90 cm. The first varietal signs appear externally for 2-3 years.
The color of the buds is red or dark red, the size of the bush is large (up to 80 cm)
Red Magic
Tall bush up to 1 meter, herbaceous shoots, bright, attractive peonies, up to 15 cm in diameter. The leaves are large, dissected, dark green in color with a shiny surface. The buds appear in June. It is unpretentious in care - it is enough to provide periodic watering and fertilization 2-3 times per season.
Coloring Red Magic classic red
Kansas
Large red flowers up to 20 cm on a tall bush that reaches 100 cm. The variety is distinguished by its high winter hardiness, which allows it to be grown confidently even in Siberia. Bright flowers of a rounded shape appear already at the end of spring, their diameter reaches 20 cm.The petals are delicate, in the center are small, graceful.
The color of the Kansas variety is scarlet or bright red
Team Performance
An interspecific hybrid obtained relatively recently - in 1996 in the United States. The flowers are large, 22-23 cm, shoots up to 80 cm, the bush grows very quickly even with minimal maintenance. The stems are strong, but sometimes they can sag. It is recommended to plant away from open places where there are frequent drafts. Just in case, you can put 1-2 wooden supports.
The purple-red color scheme of Team Performance always attracts attention.
Typhoon
A beautiful variety with lush bright red peonies 16-17 cm in size. The buds are formed in mid-June, the terms are medium late. The bush is not high, 70 cm, the stems are strong enough, but they can sag under the weight of flowers, therefore they need support. The foliage is dark green, with a characteristic feature - red petioles.
The petals of Typhoon flowers are bright red, glossy, golden stamens
Sinnitigetsu
Variety with very tall bushes (130-150 cm) and large flowers up to 30 cm. Buds are formed in mid-May, mid-early terms. The petals are satin in texture, the flowers are semi-double. Looks gorgeous in bouquet arrangements, decorates the garden well. At the same time, the Sinnitigetsu variety does not have any special requirements for care.
Sinnitigetsu is distinguished by carmine-red shades, the size of the flowers is very large (30 cm), which is a record for peonies
Makinak Grand
Hybrid variety obtained in 1981. It attracts with its bright red color, against which the yellow stamens contrast. The bushes grow very quickly, confidently, the buds form in mid-June. The stems are exceptionally strong, so they can withstand even strong winds and do not need support.
Makinak Grand attracts with its color and large size (18-20 cm) flowers
Coral altar
A very interesting variety, the bush grows up to 150 cm, sometimes even higher. The size of the peonies is very large - up to 25 cm in diameter. The buds are formed in mid-June, the petals are dense, densely located. The variety is resistant to frost, does not require special care. In one place, it grows quietly for up to 20 years in a row.
The coral altar has jagged, very dense petals painted in pink, coral tones
Scarlet Haven
Tall bushes (up to 1 meter) with large red peonies reaching 15 cm in diameter. High winter hardiness, tolerates the Ural and Siberian frosts. A distinctive feature is a very strong aroma that is well felt at a considerable distance.
Against the background of the rich color of Scarlett Haven, the stamens in the center of the bud look good
Dragon Flowers
One of the most attractive red varieties, it produces large peonies (20-25 cm) on very tall bushes (up to 150-200 cm).
The Dragon Flowers variety is distinguished by its unpretentiousness, resistance to both frost and diseases. Abundant flowering begins at the end of June.
Red peonies in landscape design
The red varieties are some of the most sought-after peonies as they are brightly colored.
Thanks to the bright flowers, peonies contrast perfectly against the background of lawns, lawns, shrubs, and their own foliage.
Red peonies are most often used in single plantings. However, they can be used in other ways as well:
- red, orange, multi-colored flower beds in the center of the garden;
- mixborders;
- landing along the tracks;
- landing next to the gazebo, benches, recreation area;
- rock gardens and rockeries.
Varieties of bright red shades go well with a wide variety of plants: with hosts, dwarf firs, junipers; thujas, delphinium, phlox, ornamental onions, forget-me-nots, daisies, heucheras, tulips, chrysanthemums.
Red peonies blend harmoniously with most other flowers
Planting and care rules
Red peonies are planted mainly in open, spacious areas with a complete lack of shade or weak shading from neighboring trees or shrubs. It is advisable to choose the soil moderately fertile, light, with a neutral or slightly acidic reaction. If you regularly apply top dressing, you can grow red peonies even on impoverished land.
The best planting time is early or mid September, one month before frost. The soil is selected as standard - garden soil with compost or humus. Superphosphate, potassium salt and wood ash can be repaired immediately upon planting.
Caring for red peonies is not very difficult, but it is important to follow a few practical recommendations:
- Watering regularly, as needed. Drying of the soil should not be allowed.
- Top dressing at least 3 times per season - nitrogen in early spring, potash and phosphorus during bud formation and after flowering, when the red petals fade and fall off.
- Mulching in spring and winter with peat, straw, hay and other natural materials.
- Periodic loosening of the soil, especially after watering and fertilizing.
Red varieties do not require special shelter for the winter, but in Siberia, the Urals and other regions with frosty winters, it is advisable to cover young seedlings with a large layer of mulch. You can shower with hay, spruce branches, straw, foliage.
Conclusion
Red peonies are the easiest and most effective way to decorate your garden. Often these plants are used in single plantings: the red shades are very bright, therefore they attract attention from any corner of the garden. At the same time, red peonies look great in group plantings, especially against the background of green low-growing shrubs and perennial herbaceous plants.
