Jimmie Franklin peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Jimmie Franklin'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Jimmie Franklin' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Jimmie Franklin') 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. Alonzo B. Franklin bred it. The single flowers have two rows of dark red petals around a golden center. Extra strong, upright stems hold the blooms in early to mid spring.
Pairs well with Smooth hydrangea, Garlic chives, Cinnamon fern, and Lilac.