Etienne Méchin peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Etienne Méchin'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 2.5 feet tall
- Bloom color
- Red
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Etienne Méchin' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Etienne Méchin') 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 red blooms on plants up to 31 inches tall. 'Etienne Méchin' bred it, which makes it a good pick for cutting.
Pairs well with Lupine, Prairie dropseed, and Ostrich fern.