Paeonia lactiflora ( King of England Peony )
Leaves are gloomy green , each with 9 lance - shaped , rough margined leaflet . Nipponese red blossom at top of red mottled bow are bowl - determine , fragrant . reinforcement with wire frame or wooden stakes to keep weighty flowers from toppling plant . It is very important for plant to be grown in deep , hommos - fertile soil that is moist , but well drained ....