Frances Mains peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Frances Mains'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 3 feet tall
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Light pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Frances Mains' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Frances Mains') 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. Large, double, light pink blooms open in mid to late spring and deepen in color toward the center. The flowers have a mild fragrance, and the strong stems stay at a medium height. Walter Z. Mains bred it.
Pairs well with Cheerfulness daffodil, Smooth aster, and Ostrich fern.