One of the first peonies to flower in spring, 'Athena' is a very unusual Hybrid Peony with single, creamy-white, cup-shaped flowers adorned with delicate raspberry flares at the base of each petal. The petals surround a center packed with bright golden-yellow stamens where the pale green carpels are topped by red styles. Borne on strong stems, the breathtaking blooms do not need staking. 'Athena' is a quadruple hybrid between Paeonia lactiflora, Paeonia macrophylla, Paeonia mlokosewitschii and Paeonia officinalis. Up to 34 in. in height (85 cm). Very Early season Peony

With an above-average blooming ability, award-winner Itoh Peony 'Bartzella' features very large and luminous, golden yellow, semi to fully double flowers, 6-8 in. wide (15-20 cm), delicately flushed scarlet at their heart. Borne in profusion (expect 30 blossoms the first year and over 60 on a mature bush!), they are well presented above the foliage, on strong, erect stems that do not require staking. This late mid-season peony is fragrant with a lovely lemon scent. Up to 30-36 in. tall (75-90 cm). American Peony Society Gold Medal

Extremely vigorous, Peony 'Blaze' is an eye-catching Hybrid Peony that will set your spring garden ablaze with its fiery scarlet-red flowers. The large single blossoms boast 2 or 3 rows of slightly wavy petals which surround a center packed with golden-yellow stamens. Borne on sturdy stems, the attractive flowers do not need staking. They provide a nice contrast against the dark green foliage and create an impressive sight in the spring garden. A prolific and strong grower, 'Blaze' is perfect in the perennial border and in flower arrangements. Up to 28-34 in. tall (70-85 cm). Early Midseason Peony.

A fabulous hybrid peony with a unique coloring, award-winner Peony 'Buckeye Belle' is one of the most sought-after peonies! Imagine semi-double, velvety blossoms of the deepest and darkest red, almost chocolate, with large outer petals surrounding narrow inner petals interspersed with sparkling golden staminodes. Irresistible! Perfectly formed, they are borne in profusion on strong, erect stems and do not need staking. Quite short with a neat, compact habit, it is a marvelous accent plant. Up to 18-24 in. in height (45-60 cm). Early Season Peony. American Peony Society Gold Medal

Resembling an Oriental Poppy, award-winner Peony 'Burma Ruby' is a well-regarded Hybrid Peony with large, single, brilliant red flowers. Fragrant, the luminous blossoms have nicely rounded petals surrounding a center packed with golden-yellow anthers. Borne on sturdy stems, they do not require staking and stand up to bad weather. While there are a lot of single red hybrid peonies, few can compare with this outstanding Peony. Up to 28 in. tall (70 cm). Early Season Peony. Award of Landscape Merit and American Peony Society Golden Medal.

Prized for its velvety chocolate flowers, Peony 'Chocolate Soldier' is one of the darkest hybrid peonies with its dark brownish-red coloring. The flowers vary from Japanese form to fully double on one plant. However, most are single with large golden-yellow anthers and reddish purple filaments, sitting on a bright pink central disk. Perfectly formed, they are borne in profusion on strong, erect stems and do not need staking. A unique Hybrid Peony which is vigorous and has a dense, dark foliage. Up to 28 in. tall (70 cm). Early Midseason Peony.

One of the earliest peonies to flower in the spring, 'Claire de Lune' is a very popular Hybrid Peony. It features slightly crinkled, nicely rounded, creamy-yellow to ivory guard petals surrounding a center packed with bright golden-yellow stamens and orange filaments in their center. It has large hairy carpels with pink tips. The single blossoms of 'Claire de Lune' are borne on nicely contrasting reddish stems. It took over 500 crosses every year for 8 years to achieve this beautiful creamy-yellow Peony! Up to 28 in. in height (80 cm). Very Early season Peony

Impressive looking, Itoh Peony 'Cora Louise' features very large, pure white, semi-double flowers, 8-10 in. wide (20-25 cm), that delicately open to reveal flushed lavender to purple petals at their heart that surround a cluster of golden stamens. Borne in profusion (expect up to 50 blossoms on a mature bush!), they are well presented above the foliage, on strong, erect stems that do not require staking. This late midseason peony is pleasantly fragrant. Up to 24-36 in. tall (60-90 cm).

Sweetly fragrant, award-winning Peony 'Coral 'n Gold' produces large, single, cup-shaped, coral pink blooms with a prominent golden yellow center crowded with long stamens that tend to lay lax. While classified as a 'single' peony, the blooms have slightly more petals than the usual number required to be classified as a single peony, hence 'Coral n' Gold' resembles more like a semi-double peony. This coral peony forms a broad bush that stands well, and restores itself after wind and rain. Among the first peonies to bloom, 'Coral n'Gold' glows with warmth. 36 in. tall (90 cm). Won the Award of Landscape Merit (2009)

Among the first Peonies to bloom, Peony 'Coral Sunset' is exceptionally beautiful! The large, semi-double bowl-shaped blossoms, with elegantly ruffled petals, emerge intense coral with rose overtones before gradually fading to pale ivory. Modestly fragrant, they are borne in profusion on strong stems which do not require staking. A real standout in the garden! Up to 32 in. tall (80 cm). American Peony Society Gold Medal

Among the first Peonies to bloom, Peony 'Coral Supreme' is outrageously beautiful! Imagine large, semi-double bowl-shaped blossoms with salmon coral pink petals surrounding a golden heart! Modestly fragrant, they are borne in profusion on strong stems which do not require staking. Resembling Peony 'Coral Charm', it has a fuller form and paler, pinker blossoms. Up to 36 in. tall (80 cm). Early Season Peony.

A fabulous Lobata hybrid peony, award-winner Peony 'Cytherea' is one of the most sought-after peonies! Imagine large, semi-double, lotus-shaped blossoms full of intense cherry rose petals, strongly cupped, and delicately fading to peachy pink as they age. Irresistible! Perfectly formed, they are borne in profusion on strong, erect stems and do not need staking. Up to 24 in. tall (60 cm). Early Season Peony. American Peony Society Gold Medal

Regarded by some gardeners as one of the best Itoh Peonies, Itoh Peony 'First Arrival' is also one of the earliest Intersectional Peonies to bloom. Magnificent, it boasts large, lavender-pink, semi-double blossoms, up to 8 in. across (20 cm), with reddish-purple flares at the base of each petal. Rose-scented, the flowers are heavily flushed with magenta but gradually fade as the flower ages. Borne in profusion (expect 30 to 40 blooms!), the blooms are well presented above the lush foliage, on strong, erect stems. Vigorous and free-flowering, 'First Arrival' is perfect for cutting or the perennial border!. Up to 28 in. tall (70 cm). Midseason Peony

A profuse bloomer, Peony 'Flame' is a well-named Hybrid Peony exhibiting glowing, fiery crimson-red flowers with tints of deep coral. Medium to large, the single, cup-shaped blossoms feature wide petals surrounding a center packed with golden-yellow stamens. Borne on sturdy stems, they do not require staking and provide a luminous contrast against the dark green foliage. A vigorous grower for an impressive sight in the spring garden! Up to 26-32 in. in height (65-80 cm). Early Season Peony.

Considered to be the finest yellow intersectional hybrid by many gardeners, multiple award-winner Itoh Peony 'Garden Treasure' features very large golden yellow, semi-double flowers packed with 20-50 petals delicately flushed scarlet at their heart. Borne in profusion (expect 4 to 5 dozen blossoms on a mature bush!), they are well presented above the foliage, on strong, erect stems that do not require staking. This late mid-season peony is fragrant with a lovely lemon scent.

Itoh Peony 'Julia Rose' is a remarkable Intersectional Peony with magnificent single to semi-double blossoms changing color over time. Cherry red in bud, they open to orange and apricot, with delicate purple flushed edges, and fade later to yellow. A single plant can display 3 differently colored flowers at the same time, creating a spectacular display. Up to 4-6 in. wide (10-15 cm), the flowers are borne in profusion (expect 30 blooms!) on sturdy stems which do not require staking. Well presented above the lush foliage, the blooms are rich with a spicy fragrance'. An excellent garden plant for the spring garden. Up to 28 in. in height (70 cm). Midseason Peony

Among the first Peonies to bloom, award-winner Peony 'Paula Fay' is exceptionally beautiful with semi-double, bright, and cheerful pink blossoms, gradually opening their 5 rows of petals to reveal their golden stamens. Fragrant, they are borne in profusion on strong stems and do not require staking. Up to 36 in. in height (90 cm). Early Midseason Peony. American Peony Society Gold Medal

Multiple award-winner Peony 'Pink Hawaiian Coral' is exceptionally beautiful with glowing semi-double, coral pink blossoms gradually opening to reveal their yellow stamens, and fading to soft apricot-pink as they mature. Fragrant, they are borne in profusion on strong stems and are a real standout in the garden. This early season peony grows in a lush, bushy mound of glossy, dark green, divided foliage reaching up to 36 in. in height and spread (90 cm)

One of the first Hybrid Peonies to bloom, award-winner 'Roselette' produces beautiful blush pink single flowers. Cup-shaped, the large petals surround a center filled with bright golden-yellow stamens. Borne on sturdy and erect stems, the fragrant flowers do not need staking. They provide a nice contrast against the beautiful foliage of light green leaves. Very floriferous and resistant to late spring freezes. Up to 22-36 in. tall (55-90 cm). Very Early Season Peony. Award of Landscape Merit.

Peony 'Rozella' is a very attractive Hybrid Peony with lightly fragrant, dark pink, double flowers resembling roses. The beauty of the blooms is further reinforced by their paler petal edges. Borne on very strong stems, the flowers do not require staking. A prolific bloomer, 'Rozella' stands up and stands out in the spring garden! A superb landscape Peony that has been rewarded with the prestigious Award of Landscape Merit of the American Peony Society. Up to 31 in. in height (75 cm). Late Midseason Peony

Fabulous looking when in full bloom, multiple award-winning Peony 'Salmon Dream' produces semi-double, cupped, pale salmon pink, satiny flowers, slightly creamier at the tips of their petals. Flattening as the blooms mature, they reveal a prominent center boss of yellow stamens around light green carpels tipped with light pink stigmata. Borne on strong erect stems which require no staking, the blossoms stand well, creating a tidy compact plant. They nestle just above the shiny, medium-dark green foliage for a beautiful presentation. Won multiple awards. Up to 30 in. tall (75 cm). Early season peony.

Reminiscent of a tulip, award-winner Peony 'Walter Mains' is a Hybrid Japanese Peony with large, glowing, cup-shaped, burgundy-red flowers, 4 in. wide (10 cm). Like a chalice, the slightly incurved petals encircle a cluster of vivid red and yellow staminodes. Borne on sturdy stems, the eye-catching blooms do not require staking and stand well in the spring garden. A good grower with a dramatic look! Up to 32 in. in height (80 cm). Early Midseason Peony. American Peony Society Gold Medal

A fascinating Chinese Peony, award-winner Peony 'Bowl of Beauty' (Paeonia lactiflora) is incredibly beautiful in bloom! The large anemone-shaped blossoms, 8 in. wide (20 cm), are rich rose-pink on the outside and densely packed with soft yellow strap-like petals at their heart. Delightfully fragrant, they are borne on strong stems. Reliable and vigorous. Up to 24-36 in. in height (60-90 cm). Late Midseason Peony. Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society

Peony 'Bride's Dream' (Paeonia lactiflora) produces Japanese form flowers with large pure white guard petals surrounding a center packed with abundant thin creamy-white petaloids. Borne on sturdy stems, they stand up well in the spring rain. A very floriferous Peony with many side buds, which adds elegance and distinction in the spring garden. Up to 30 in. in height (75 cm). Midseason Peony

One of the most popular Japanese white Peonies, award-winning Peony 'Bu-Te' (Paeonia lactiflora) features large, bowl-shaped, pure white blossoms with slightly ruffled petals surrounding a conspicuous center of golden-yellow staminodes. Slightly fragrant, they are borne on red-mottled strong stems that generally do not require staking. A great garden subject in the spring garden.Up to 36 in. in height (90 cm). Late Midseason Peony. American Peony Society Gold Medal (1975)

A spectacular Chinese Peony, award-winning Peony 'Do Tell' (Paeonia lactiflora) is incredibly beautiful in bloom! The large anemone-shaped blossoms are soft shell pink on the outside and densely packed with deep rose and golden-yellow center staminodes at their heart. Mildly fragrant, they are borne on thin reddish stems. This is a strong and well-rounded plant that stands well in flower, is unaffected by hot, humid weather, and persists through the season if watered when warranted. Up to 36 in. tall (90 cm). Early Midseason Peony. Gold Medal winner and Award of Landscape Merit

A fascinating Chinese Peony, Peony 'Gay Paree' is incredibly beautiful in bloom! The large anemone-shaped blossoms are rich cerise-pink on the outside and densely packed with creamy-white strap-like petals at their heart. Delightfully fragrant, they are borne on strong stems, therefore no staking is required. Up to 36 in. tall (90 cm). Midseason Peony.

Considered one of the finest of all white single peonies, award-winning Peony 'Krinkled White' features large blossoms with crêpe paper-like, crinkled petals surrounding a tuft of golden stamens in their center. Slightly fragrant, they are borne in profusion, thanks to the presence of many buds. The flexible stems generally do not require staking. Blooming in late spring - early summer, this midseason peony will resist well in the rain. Grows up to 36 in. in height (90 cm). American Peony Society Award of Landscape Merit.

One of the most-loved peonies, award-winner Peony 'Laura Dessert' (Paeonia lactiflora) produces magnificent blossoms of double anemone form, 6-8 in. wide (15-20 cm). Pale pink in buds, the guard petals open cream-colored before gradually fading to pure white. They encircle a fluffy center densely packed with canary-yellow petaloids. Delightfully fragrant, 'Laura Dessert' is a prolific bloomer, a strong grower, and a real star in the spring garden. Up to 32-34 in. in height (80-85 cm). Early Midseason Peony. Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society