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Genus: Paeonia Species: lactiflora ''Scarlet O' Hara' Common Name: Chinese Peony Family: Paeoniaceae Order: Saxifragales Native: Tibet to China Habit: Herbaceous Perennial Height: 1.5 to 3 feet Width: 2 to 3 feet Flowering Season: Spring Flower Color: White, pink or red Propagation: Seed or division Zone: 3-8 Note: This peony is suitable for perennial borders, as a specimen, in cut flower gardens, or as an accent. Its flowers are large, showy and fragrant. Spent flowers should be removed after blooming. Monitor plant for stem wilt, leaf blight, canker, and scales. Prefers sunny to partly shady, moderately dry, well-drained, rich loamy soil.