Betty Minor peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Betty Minor'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Medium
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Light pink, red flecks, ages to cream
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Betty Minor' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Betty Minor') 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. The large double flowers open light pink with red flecks, fade to cream, and bloom late in spring on good stems. Col. Jesse C. Nicholls bred it.
Pairs well with Siberian squill, Sedge, Cheerfulness daffodil, and Musk mallow.