Lady Mayoress peony

Paeonia lactiflora 'Lady Mayoress'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

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Lady Mayoress peony
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Soil types
Loam

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'Lady Mayoress' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Lady Mayoress') 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 blooms are double and range from white to rose. Cut a few stems to bring the double flowers indoors. Kelway bred it.

Pairs well with Obedient plant, Blonde Ambition blue grama, Cheerfulness daffodil, and Bobo hydrangea.