I'm mostly unsuccessful with peonies here in AZ. Most fall into two categories. 1) The ones that are planted in full sun and would rather have quite a bit of shade. 2) The ones that have quite a bit of shade and don't bloom because of it.
Two Scarlet O Hara peonies are an exception to that rule. They seem to be very happy and bloom their heads off for a full three days each May.
Showy but short-lived blooms.
I realize that I am at the southern edge of their range. In response to my general lack of success... I've purchased a few more.
