Mary Holley peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Mary Holley'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Crimson
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Mary Holley' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Mary Holley') 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 crimson blooms open early in the season and have a bomb form with a strong fragrance. H.A. Terry bred it, and the plants stay medium and compact.
Pairs well with Perennial candytuft, Blazing star, Ostrich fern, and Black Hero tulip.