Eleanor Ann Smith peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Eleanor Ann Smith'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Eleanor Ann Smith' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Eleanor Ann Smith') 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 pink flowers that look lovely in a bouquet. Cut the stems for a vase when the buds begin to open. Alonzo B. Franklin bred it.
Pairs well with Rainbow's End hosta, Shrub rose, Cinnamon fern, and Carnaval De Nice tulip.