Lady Byng peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Lady Byng'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Lady Byng' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Lady Byng') 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 Japanese type blooms bright crimson carmine. Each flower has a distinctive cushion of deep red and buff. Harry A. Norton bred it.
Pairs well with Limelight hydrangea, Pink Impression tulip, and Western sword fern.