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The centre of the flower has a disc of fluffy red petaloids each with a creamy margin. The glossy, dark green dissected leaves can have a red flush in spring. Flowering in May and June, this late flowering Paeony is useful for prolonging the display in your garden. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFantastic as a cut flower, the stems should be taken as the buds become swollen and about to open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy in sun or part shade, it performs best when grown in a sheltered spot away from strong winds which could damage the stems and flowers. 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