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Genus: Paeonia Species: officinalis Common Name: Peony Family: Paeoniaceae Order: Saxifragales Native: Europe Habit: Herbaceous Perennial Height: 1.5 to 3 feet Width: 1.5 to 2.5 feet Flowering Season: Spring Flower Color: Red or white Propagation: Seed or division Zone: 4-10 Note: This peony is suitable for perennial borders, as a specimen, in cut flower gardens, or as an accent. Prefers sunny, moist, well-drained, rich loamy soil.