King Midas peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'King Midas'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Tall
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Crimson, brown shading
- Foliage color
- Dark foliage
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'King Midas' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'King Midas') 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 pure red blooms have a perfect, fully double rose form. Stiff stems hold them up above dark green leaves. Eugene H. Lins bred it.
Pairs well with Francee hosta, Blonde Ambition blue grama, and Indian Summer rudbeckia.