Ginny peony

Paeonia lactiflora 'Ginny'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

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Ginny peony
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Bloom season
Spring
Soil types
Loam

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'Ginny' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Ginny') 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 blooms in early to mid spring with medium double flowers in bright red. The strong stems grow about 30 inches tall. Mrs. Mary E.G. Freeborn bred it.

Pairs well with Cheerfulness daffodil, Sedge, and Knapweed.