Inspecteur Lavergne Peony
$108.00 Original price was: $108.00.$32.40Current price is: $32.40.
1000 in stock
SKU: 3mRvwtlRT5
Category: PLANTS
LIGHT: Full sun
WATER: Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE: Fast growing; reaches 18 to 24 in. tall, 24 to 36 in. wide.
| Description | Spectacular ruby-red double blooms are displayed on the erect stems that rise out of the upright clump of lush, dark green foliage. A splendid cut flower. An excellent background plant for spring bulbs, or use in perennial or shrub borders. A stunning cut flower for floral arrangements. An herbaceous perennial. This herbaceous peony needs winter chill to set buds. It will not flower in zones 9 – 11. |
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| Bloom Time | Mid to late spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Mock Orange (Philadelphus); Coneflower (Echinacea); Phlox (Phlox); Bellflower (Campanula) |
| Care Instructions | Provide enriched, slightly acidic, well-drained soil; plant with crown slightly below soil level. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Remove spent blooms for a neat appearance. Apply side dressing of organic compost annually. Remove old foliage in the fall. Herbaceous peonies need winter chill to set bud and flower- typically 500 to 1000 hours. They are not recommended for USDA hardiness zones 9 – 11. |