<p>Often overlooked and underused, ferns can fill many roles in the garden. In shady or wet conditions that may be unsuitable for other plants there are ferns that will thrive. Many can provide&nbsp;a lush tropical foliage effect that's hard to accomplish with hardy plants, and add&nbsp;subtle color and bold texture in shade. Some make great groundcovers for a woodland&nbsp;setting, and some&nbsp;are evergreen or semi-evergreen, providing an extended season of interest.</p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="177" src="/system/files/u5/paeonia_abalone_pearl.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia lactiflora Abalone Pearl</strong></p>
<p><strong>Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Early semi-double with glowing rose pink petals surrounding a large boss of yellow stamens. Mildly fragrant.</p>
<p>Full Sun</p>
<p>Height: 26&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="174" height="170" src="/system/files/u5/No_Image.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia lactiflora Avalon</strong></p>
<p><strong>Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Midseason bloomer with a mild fragrance. Single 5&quot; flowers have rows of pink, cream and raspberry streaked petals. Floriferous.</p>
<p>Full Sun</p>
<p>Height: 24&quot;&nbsp; Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="176" src="/system/files/u5/Paeonia_Best_Man.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia <strong>lactiflora</strong> Best Man</strong></p>
<p><strong>Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Vibrant, double, deep red flowers later in the season (June). The large heavy flowers may require staking.</p>
<p>Full Sun</p>
<p>Height: 33&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="174" height="170" src="/system/files/u5/No_Image.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia <strong>lactiflora</strong> Bride's Dream</strong></p>
<p><strong>Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>A floriferous selection with Japanese style flowers. Pure white outer petals with pale, yellowish center petaloids.</p>
<p>Full Sun</p>
<p>Height: 26-28&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="180" src="/system/files/u5/Paeonia_Charm.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia <strong>lactiflora</strong> Charm</strong></p>
<p><strong>Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Vigorous, upright, Japanese type. Ruby red outer petals with reddish-yellow center. Late season bloomer.</p>
<p>Full Sun</p>
<p>Height: 34&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="184" src="/system/files/u5/paeonia_cincinnati.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia <strong>lactiflora</strong> Cincinnati</strong></p>
<p><strong>Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Beautiful double flowering variety with radiant deep pink petals edged in silver. Midseason bloomer.</p>
<p>Full Sun</p>
<p>Height: 32&quot;&nbsp; &nbsp;Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="191" src="/system/files/u5/paeonia_clown.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia <strong>lactiflora</strong> Clown</strong></p>
<p><strong>Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Single, rose-pink petals have light pink picotee edge. Bright yellow boss of stamens. Nice fragrance.</p>
<p>Full Sun</p>
<p>Height: 34&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="178" src="/system/files/u5/Paeonia_lactiflora_double_white.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia <strong>lactiflora</strong> Double White</strong></p>
<p><strong>Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Fully double flowers in shades of white. Mid peony bloom season. A variable mix of differing heights.</p>
<p>Full Sun</p>
<p>Height: 24-36&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="184" src="/system/files/u5/paeonia_eliza_lundy.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia <strong>lactiflora</strong> Eliza Lundy</strong></p>
<p><strong>Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>A dense, compact growing plant. Fully double, maroon-red, bomb-type flowers. An early season bloomer.</p>
<p>Full Sun</p>
<p>Height: 24&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 18-24&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="178" src="/system/files/u5/Paeonia_Fragrant_Pink_Improved.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia Fragrant Pink Improved - P. lactiflora</strong></p>
<p><strong>Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>The name says it all! Sweetly fragrant, fully double, deep pink flowers with tight petals. Mid season.</p>
<p>Full Sun</p>
<p>Height: 26-28&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="180" src="/system/files/u5/paeonia_illini_warrior.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia <strong>lactiflora</strong> Illini Warrior</strong></p>
<p><strong>Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Single or semi-double flowers with rich red petals and a sunny yellow center. Early season.</p>
<p>Full Sun</p>
<p>Height: 32&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="179" src="/system/files/u5/paeonia_karen_gray.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia <strong>lactiflora</strong> Karen Gray</strong></p>
<p><strong>Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Compact and floriferous midseason bloomer. Single, deep fuchsia flowers with a large creamy yellow center.</p>
<p>Full Sun</p>
<p>Height: 24&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="181" src="/system/files/u5/Paeonia_Karl_Rosenfield_walters.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia <strong>lactiflora</strong> Karl Rosenfield</strong></p>
<p><strong>Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Impressive, free-flowering cultivar with large, double, purple red flowers on strong stems. Midseason.</p>
<p>Full Sun</p>
<p>Height: 36&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><span style="font-size: smaller">Image courtesy Walter's Gardens Inc.</span></p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="178" src="/system/files/u5/paeonia_largo.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia <strong>lactiflora</strong> Largo</strong></p>
<p><strong>Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>A strong stemmed Japanese (anemone) type with rose-pink petals surrounding rose and gold stamens. Mid season.</p>
<p>Full Sun</p>
<p>Height: 36&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="185" height="194" src="/system/files/u5/paeonia_lil_sweetie.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia lactiflora Lil Sweetie</strong></p>
<p><strong>Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Very early blooming, P. tenuifolia hybrid. Compact plants have finely cut leaves. Fire-engine red, cupped, single flowers.</p>
<p>Full Sun</p>
<p>Height: 24&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 18-30&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="185" height="188" src="/system/files/u5/Paeonia_lord_cavin.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia lactiflora Lord Cavin</strong></p>
<p><strong>Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Very unique, fully double bomb type flowers are creamy white with maroon and pink streaks. Midseason.</p>
<p>Full Sun</p>
<p>Height: 30&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="185" height="190" src="/system/files/u5/paeonia_miss_america.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia lactiflora Miss America</strong></p>
<p><strong>Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Gorgeous open semi-double white flowers&nbsp;with golden-yellow stamens. White petaloids decorate the center. Early season.</p>
<p>Full Sun</p>
<p>Height: 23&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="185" height="188" src="/system/files/u5/paeonia_nice_gal.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia lactiflora Nice Gal</strong></p>
<p><strong>Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Compact selection with semi-double vivid, rose-pink petals with tufted golden yellow stamens. Good bud count. Early season.</p>
<p>Full Sun</p>
<p>Height: 26&quot;&nbsp; &nbsp;Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="185" height="190" src="/system/files/u5/paeonia_raspberry_sundae.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia Raspberry Sundae - P. lactiflora</strong></p>
<p><strong>Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Distinctive bomb-type flowers of creamy white with raspberry pink centers. Great fragrance. Delicious! Midseason.</p>
<p>Full Sun</p>
<p>Height: 27&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="185" height="189" src="/system/files/u5/paeonia_scarlett_ohara.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia lactiflora Scarlett O'Hara</strong></p>
<p><strong>Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Large, single, fragrant flowers with scarlet red petals surrounding bright yellow-gold stamens. Vigorous grower. Early season.</p>
<p>Full Sun</p>
<p>Height: 36&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="185" height="191" src="/system/files/u5/paeonia_sorcerer.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia lactiflora Sorcerer</strong></p>
<p><strong>Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>aka Lights Out. Single flowers with deep dark red petals. Bright yellow center stamens. Early season.</p>
<p>Full Sun</p>
<p>Height: 36&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="174" height="170" src="/system/files/u5/No_Image.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia lactiflora Wally</strong></p>
<p><strong>Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Single, eye-catching, dark reddish-magenta blooms have red tipped stigmas. The showy blooms appear mid season.</p>
<p>Full Sun</p>
<p>Height: 22&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><strong>Tree Peonies. </strong>Paeonia suffruticosa and it's allies produce huge flowers earlier than the herbaceous types. The foliage of tree peonies is more attractive and looks good all through summer, even showing some great fall color. Far more tolerant of shade than the herbaceous peonies. More a shrub than a tree, they get the name &quot;tree&quot; peony from the woody stalks it forms. These stems should not be cut back although tips may occasionaly suffer a little dieback, requiring judicious pruning.</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="185" height="198" src="/system/files/u5/Paeonia_suffruticosa_Hoki.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia suffruticosa Houki</strong></p>
<p><strong>Tree Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 4</strong></p>
<p>Semi-double, huge, lipstick red flowers with bright yellow stamens in late spring. Fragrant. A woody shrub. Stem and branches overwinter.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Moderate Shade</p>
<p>Height: 4-5'&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="185" height="190" src="/system/files/u5/Paeonia_suffruticosa_Kaoukamon_mh.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia suffruticosa Kaoukamon</strong></p>
<p><strong>Tree Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 4</strong></p>
<p>Semi-double, dark maroon flowers with a light fragrance in May. A woody shrub. Stems and branches overwinter. Remove dead wood.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Moderate Shade</p>
<p>Height: 4-5'&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="182" src="/system/files/u5/Paeonia_suffruticosa_Shimadaijin.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia suffruticosa Shimadaijin</strong></p>
<p><strong>Tree Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 4</strong></p>
<p>Large semi-double flowers of magenta- purple are up to 10&quot; in diameter, in May. A woody shrub, stem and branches overwinter.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Moderate Shade</p>
<p>Height: 4-5'&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><strong>Intersectional or Itoh&nbsp;Peonies.&nbsp;</strong>The Itoh peonies are a result of crosses between a tree peony and&nbsp;herbaceous peony.&nbsp;The Itoh's are named for the pioneering breeder who was first to successfully make this cross. These beautiful, easy to grow plants have inherited the huge flowers, strong stems and shade tolerance of the tree peony, but&nbsp;tend to die down to the ground like the herbaceous ones.&nbsp;Some woody stalks may start to form but these should be cut back, in fall, &nbsp;just as you would the herbaceous stems..</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="185" height="191" src="/system/files/u5/Paeonia_Bartzella_x.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia Bartzella</strong></p>
<p><strong>Itoh Hybrid Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Huge 9&quot; sulphur yellow flowers are borne in profusion on strong stems. Mature plants bear up to 60 flowers. Gorgeous.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 24-30&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 36-48&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="185" height="196" src="/system/files/u5/Paeonia_First_Arrival.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia First Arrival</strong></p>
<p><strong>Itoh Hybrid Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Very large, showy lavender-pink flowers with dark pink flares. One of the earliest Itoh's to bloom. Attractive dark green foliage.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 26-30&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 36-48&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="185" height="191" src="/system/files/u5/paeonia_going_bananas.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia Going Bananas</strong></p>
<p><strong>Itoh Hybrid Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Very large single flowers have soft yellow petals surrounding a tuft of yellow stamens. Dramatic cut flower.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 24-30&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 30-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="185" height="189" src="/system/files/u5/paeonia_Julia_Rose_x.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia Julia Rose</strong></p>
<p><strong>Itoh Hybrid Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Very large single to semi-double flowers open coral-red then fade to salmon-orange and creamy yellow.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 24-30&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 30-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="185" height="203" src="/system/files/u5/Paeonia_Kopper_Kettle.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia Kopper Kettle</strong></p>
<p><strong>Itoh Hybrid Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Very large double to semi-double flowers are an unusual blend of red, yellow and orange. Unique.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 24-30&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 30-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="174" height="170" src="/system/files/u5/No_Image.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia Magical Mystery Tour</strong></p>
<p><strong>Itoh Hybrid Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Gorgeous double rose-like flowers open cream flushed and edged amethyst pink. Colors change as flowers age. Disease resistant foliage.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 28&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 36-48&quot;</p>
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<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="178" height="182" src="/system/files/u5/Paeonia_Morning_Lilac.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia Morning Lilac</strong></p>
<p><strong>Itoh Hybrid Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Large single to semi-double flowers are deep lavender-pink with streaks of white, fuchsia and a darker center.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 24-30&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 30-36&quot;</p>
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<p><img class="left" align="left" width="185" height="189" alt="" src="/system/files/u5/Paeonia_Sequestured_Sunshine.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia Sequestered Sunshine</strong></p>
<p><strong>Itoh Hybrid Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Large 5-7&quot; single to semi-double flowers are yellow highlighted by red stamens. Excellent cut flower on long sturdy stems.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 30-32&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 36-48&quot;</p>
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<p><img class="left" align="left" width="185" height="191" alt="" src="/system/files/u5/Paeonia_singing_in_the_rain.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia Singing In The Rain</strong></p>
<p><strong>Itoh Hybrid Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Gorgeous, very large semi-double blooms have creamy yellow petals, flushed with salmon as they age.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 36-48&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 36-48&quot;</p>
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<p><img class="left" align="left" width="185" height="191" alt="" src="/system/files/u5/paeonia_smith_family_yellow.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia Smith Family Yellow</strong></p>
<p><strong>Itoh Hybrid Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Fragrant, fully double, clear yellow flowers up to 8&quot; across on strong stems. Attractive, disease resistant foliage.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 28&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 36-48&quot;</p>
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<p><img class="left" align="left" width="185" height="190" alt="" src="/system/files/u5/Paeonia_Yankee_Doodle_Dandy.jpg" /><strong>Paeonia Yankee Doodle Dandy</strong></p>
<p><strong>Itoh Hybrid Peony&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>Dark pink, semi-double rose form flowers have plum colored flares. Very floriferous. Attractive dark green foliage lasts into autumn.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 36&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 36-48&quot;</p>
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