Kelway’s Darling peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Kelways Darling'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Kelway’s Darling' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Kelway’s Darling') 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 double flowers have flesh-colored petals around a cream-white center. They make a pretty show in the garden. You can also cut the blooms and bring them indoors for bouquets.
Pairs well with Perennial candytuft, Sensitive fern, Blonde Ambition blue grama, and Annabelle hydrangea.