Daniel Boone peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Daniel Boone'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Tall, upright
- Bloom color
- Dark red
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Daniel Boone' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Daniel Boone') 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, high-built flowers are dark red, with stamens nearly hidden. They sit on tall, straight, stiff stems. Edward Auten, Jr bred it.
Pairs well with New England aster, Royal fern, and Spanish bluebell.