Kansas Peony

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The vivid crimson early bloom flowers of Peony 'Kansas' are borne on exceptionally strong stems. The show is glorious in the garden or in a vase. This old variety has been around s ince 1940 and it's still widely considered the very best Double red Peony. Care Peonies like a sunny well-drained location planted 2-4' apart with the eyes no more than 2" below soil level. As far as fertilization, fertilizer or compost in spring. Peonies take time to establish, often 3 years before they start blooming, but the wait is so worth it. Let them grow undisturbed and they will bring joy to you and your loved ones through the decades. Best grown in zones 3-8. Growth Habit It may need some support to keep the 36" flower stems standing tall when in full bloom. It's a mid-season peony, meaning it blooms during the middle part of the peony season Toxicity Toxic to dogs and cats. Do not ingest. This is an easy peony to grow even in heavy clay soils and is rarely bothered by deer. Show more