Bessie Magill peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Bessie Magill'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Rose-pink and white
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Bessie Magill' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Bessie Magill') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, and perennial beds. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and loamy soil. It bears double rose-pink and white blooms in early summer. H.A. Terry bred it, and the flowers make a fine bouquet.
Pairs well with Purrsian Blue nepeta, Blonde Ambition blue grama, and Incrediball Storm Proof smooth hydrangea.