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Christmas Velvet Red Peony
Paeonia 'Christmas Velvet'
Red Peony
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The most amazing double velvet red ball forms a flower. A true red, very rarely seen in peonies. Excellent stem strength which supports the flower, no blooms on the ground. Fragrant.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Does well at higher elevations.
- Rabbit resistant.
- Fragrant.
- Good for cut flowers.
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
- Attracts pollinators.
- Low maintenance.
Quick answers
How big does Christmas Velvet Red Peony get?
About 30-36" tall and 36" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Christmas Velvet Red Peony need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Christmas Velvet Red Peony need?
Moderate water use.
Will Christmas Velvet Red Peony grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 4, so it suits sites in zone 4 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Christmas Velvet Red Peony in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Christmas Velvet Red Peony wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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