Kate Smith peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Kate Smith'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 2.5 feet tall
- Habit
- Medium, upright
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Dark rose-pink, orange shading
- Foliage color
- Dark foliage
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Kate Smith' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Kate Smith') 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 large, fragrant, double flowers are bright rose pink with an orange cast. Strong stems hold them up above dark green foliage. Arthur L. Murawska bred it.
Pairs well with Arizona Sun blanket flower, Royal fern, and Spanish bluebell.