This peony produces fragrant, fully double, rosy-red flowers with a rounded, bowl-shaped form. Blooming early to midseason on strong stems, it features dark green, finely textured foliage and makes a fine cut flower. Not widely offered and seldom encountered, Caroline Mather is a cultivar for gardeners who appreciate understated beauty and reliable performance over flash.

WHY WE LOVE IT: There’s an honesty to Caroline Mather that’s easy to admire. It doesn’t rely on novelty or excess—it simply delivers a beautiful red flower, good fragrance, and dependable structure. For collectors and gardeners alike, that quiet reliability makes it especially appealing.