Josephine Kelway peony

Paeonia lactiflora 'Josephine Kelway'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

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Josephine Kelway peony
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Bloom color
Light pink, ages to white
Soil types
Loam

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'Josephine Kelway' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Josephine Kelway') 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 flowers are single and open light pink, then age to white. Kelway bred it.

Pairs well with Monkshood, Sensitive fern, Black Parrot tulip, and Foxtail barley.