Kelway’s Brilliant peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Kelways Brilliant'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 3 feet tall
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Kelway’s Brilliant' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Kelway’s Brilliant') is a perennial for borders, cut flower gardens, 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 Japanese type flowers are pure carmine-red with shadings that approach scarlet. Each medium size bloom has a crested center. The plant grows up to 35 inches tall.
Pairs well with Rainbow's End hosta, Phantom panicle hydrangea, and Indian grass.