Kaskaskia peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Kaskaskia'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Short
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Dark red
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Kaskaskia' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Kaskaskia') 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 stays short and bears single, dark red blooms in early to mid spring. The flowers open extra early. Edward Auten, Jr bred it.
Pairs well with Solomon's seal, Carnaval De Nice tulip, and Royal fern.