Paeonia Magenta Gem Astrolepis From inside the spathe emerges

From inside the spathe emerges a 4" long purple sex organ

"Walter" inherits an early flowering habit

5' wide flowering maple that has proven to be reliable in our climate down into the teens

Thanks to world class lycoris specialist Phillip Adams for sharing

Paeonia Magenta Gem Astrolepis From inside the spathe emergesRoy Klehm's Peony 'Magenta Gem' has been one of the top standouts in our southern peony trials. Paeonia 'Magenta Gem' makes a sturdy 2' tall x 3' wide deer resistant clump topped, starting in late April, with clusters of semi double, dark magenta pink flowers, each highlighted by an attractive central cluster of yellow stamens. Our 5 year old clump produces over 25 flowers truly outstanding!