Leucadia peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Leucadia'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Compact, medium, upright
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Rose
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Leucadia' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Leucadia') 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. Rose blooms open in early summer and have a sweet fragrance. The plant stays compact and upright. Kelway bred it.
Pairs well with Purrsian Blue nepeta, White Feather hosta, and Sedge.