Kankakee peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Kankakee'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Medium
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Dark red
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Kankakee' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Kankakee') 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. Its single, dark red flowers open in late spring. The stiff stems hold the blooms up at a medium height. Edward Auten, Jr bred it.
Pairs well with Orange lily, Spanish bluebell, and Cinnamon fern.