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Paeonia 'Scarlet O'Hara'

Also Known As

  • Paeonia 'Scarlett O'Hara'
  • Paeonia x lactiflora x officinalis Scarlet O'Hara'
  • Scarlett O'Hara Red Flowering Peony

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 4a-9a

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Paeonia 'Scarlet O'Hara' plant details

Paeonia 'Scarlet O'Hara' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Paeonia 'Scarlet O'Hara'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: paeoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, fragrant, single flowers

GROWING CONDITIONS for Paeonia 'Scarlet O'Hara'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large fragrant scarlet-red flowers on strong stems. Early season, Herbaceous. Zones 2-8.

Gardening facts about Paeonia 'Scarlet O'Hara' plant

How to Grow Paeonia 'Scarlet O'Hara'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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