Lucky peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Lucky'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 2.5 feet tall
- Bloom color
- Red, cream center
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Lucky' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Lucky') is a perennial for borders, perennial beds, and cut flower gardens. 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 flowers have a small creamy center ball. William Henry Krekler bred it in 1977.
Pairs well with Columbine, Smooth aster, and Ostrich fern.