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Plant Care
Hybrid peony
(Paeonia hybrida Red Charm)
Also Known As
Hybrid peony, Red charm peony, Peony red charm
About This Plant
Paeonia hybrida 'Red Charm' is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the Paeoniaceae family. It is a hybrid peony that produces large, double, deep red flowers with a slight fragrance. The plant has a bushy habit and can grow up to 3-4 feet (91-122 cm) tall and 2-3 feet (61-91 cm) wide.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
3-4 feet (91-122 cm) tall and 2-3 feet (61-91 cm) wide
Light Requirements
Red Charm Peonies require full sun to partial shade. They will bloom best in full sun but can tolerate some shade.
Humidity Needs
Red Charm Peonies prefer moderate humidity levels, but can tolerate dry air.
Fertilizing Schedule
Feed Red Charm Peonies in early spring with a balanced fertilizer. Avoid fertilizing after mid-summer, as this can interfere with the plant's ability to prepare for winter.
Pruning Guidelines
Prune Red Charm Peonies after they have finished blooming. Cut back the spent flowers and remove any dead or damaged foliage. In the fall, cut the plant back to ground level.
Common Pests and Diseases
Red Charm Peonies are generally not susceptible to pests or diseases, but can be affected by botrytis blight, which causes brown spots on the leaves and flowers. This can be treated with a fungicide.
Indoor Size Range
Not suitable for indoor growing
Watering Schedule
Red Charm Peonies prefer well-drained soil that is moist but not waterlogged. Water the plant deeply once a week, or more often during hot, dry weather.
Temperature Range
Red Charm Peonies are hardy in USDA zones 3-8 and can tolerate cold temperatures. They prefer cool to moderate temperatures and can be damaged by hot, dry weather.
Growing Season
Red Charm Peonies bloom in late spring to early summer, depending on the climate. The plant goes dormant in the winter.
Growing Difficulty Level
Red Charm Peonies are relatively easy to grow, but require some maintenance to ensure healthy growth and abundant blooms.
USDA Hardiness Zones
3-8
Did You Know?
In Chinese culture, the peony is known as the 'king of flowers' and is a symbol of wealth, honor, and nobility. It is also the state flower of Indiana.
