George Vorauer peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'George Vorauer'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 3.5 feet tall
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Dark red
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'George Vorauer' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'George Vorauer') 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. Dark red single flowers open in early to late spring and measure 4 inches across. The upright plant grows up to 43 inches tall and carries several blooms on each stem. Maurice Ménard bred it.
Pairs well with Iris, Scentara Double Blue lilac, and Cinnamon fern.