Nearly black. That’s the first thing people notice about this peony, and the second is size: each bloom spreads 6 to 7 inches wide atop a dusky stem standing 3 to 4 feet tall.
Black Raspberry is a classic perennial peony, so the planting you make this season keeps paying you back in the seasons ahead. Glossy, deep green leaves frame the dark flowers from late spring into early summer, and the fragrant blooms attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
Plant a row beside a walkway, give a flower bed a dramatic anchor, or set a few near the patio where you can enjoy them up close. This set includes nine bare-root plants. Then comes the fun part: watching guests do a double take at the color.
