Georgiana Shaylor peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Georgiana Shaylor'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 2.5 feet tall
- Habit
- Compact, medium
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Rose-pink, lighter reverse, crimson flecks
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Georgiana Shaylor' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Georgiana Shaylor') 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. The large double blooms are rose-pink with paler backs and crimson flecks. They smell sweet and open in late spring to early summer. Egbert Jerome Shaylor bred it.
Pairs well with Tickseed, Shrub rose, Picture tulip, and Kentucky bluegrass.