General Schofield peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'General Schofield'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Tall
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'General Schofield' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'General Schofield') is a perennial for borders, perennial beds, and cut flowers. 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 grows tall and bears double pink blooms in early summer. H.A. Terry bred it.
Pairs well with Pale purple coneflower, Musk mallow, and Sedge.