Lord Avebury peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Lord Avebury'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 3 feet tall
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Crimson, brown shading
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Lord Avebury' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Lord Avebury') 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 flowers are deep crimson maroon or bright red and show their anthers. They open in early summer, and the plant grows up to 33 inches tall. Kelway bred it.
Pairs well with Iris, Ostrich fern, and Common milkweed.