Lady Margaret Ferguson peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Lady Margaret Ferguson'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Spreading
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Lady Margaret Ferguson' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Lady Margaret Ferguson') 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. Its single flowers are bright aster purple with a white disk and cream-colored carpel tips. They open in mid to late spring on a medium, spreading plant. Peter Barr bred it.
Pairs well with Rainforest Sunrise hosta, Cinnamon fern, and Garlic chives.