{"product_id":"ja-paeonia-officinalis-rubra-plena","title":"Paeonia officinalis 'Rubra Plena' Tubers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePaeonia officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e 'Rubra Plena' is a classic herbaceous peony grown for its large, fully double crimson flowers and attractive foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe rich red blooms appear in late spring and early summer, creating a bold display above clumps of deeply divided green leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 75cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–80cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–20cm across\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich crimson red\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/strong\u003e late spring to early summer\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun or partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e fertile, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout \u003cem\u003ePaeonia officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e 'Rubra Plena'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePaeonia officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e 'Rubra Plena' is a long-lived herbaceous perennial that forms sturdy clumps of dark green divided foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn late spring, the plant produces large fully double flowers packed with rich crimson petals.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe blooms can reach up to 20cm across and create a striking focal point in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis traditional peony variety has been cultivated for many years and remains a favourite for cottage gardens and perennial borders.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe flowers are also excellent for cutting and last well in floral arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSynonym:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePaeonia × festiva\u003c\/em\u003e 'Rubra Plena'\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBenefits for UK Wildlife\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePaeonia\u003c\/em\u003e flowers can support pollinating insects.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlowers attract bees and other pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides nectar during late spring\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdds diversity to wildlife-friendly planting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlant alongside other spring and early summer perennials to support pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhere to Grow Peony 'Rubra Plena'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSunny garden borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCottage gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMixed perennial beds\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCut flower gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFeature planting areas\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis peony works well as a focal plant within traditional planting schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant tubers in autumn or early spring.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoose a sunny or lightly shaded location.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant with the buds just below the soil surface.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse fertile soil with good drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWater regularly while plants establish.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePeonies dislike disturbance, so choose a permanent planting position where they can grow for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow \u003cem\u003ePaeonia officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e 'Rubra Plena'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLarge double crimson flowers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClassic cottage garden perennial\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent cut flowers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLong-lived garden plant\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAttractive divided foliage\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you want a traditional garden favourite with bold flowers, \u003cem\u003ePaeonia officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e 'Rubra Plena' offers rich colour and elegant blooms for sunny borders.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"1 Tuber","offer_id":57516514345347,"sku":"JA-P0860","price":11.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 Tubers","offer_id":57516514378115,"sku":"JA-P0860x10","price":101.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/Paeonia_Officinalis_Rubra_Plena_1.jpg?v=1773304472","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/ja-paeonia-officinalis-rubra-plena","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}