Mary A. Livermore peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Mary A. Livermore'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Compact, medium
- Bloom color
- Pink, white reverse, crimson flecks
- Foliage color
- Dark foliage
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Mary A. Livermore' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Mary A. Livermore') 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 fragrant pink flowers have white edges, white reverse sides, and crimson flecks. The big blooms are not coarse. George Hollis bred it in 1907.
Pairs well with Lady's mantle, Cinnamon fern, and Carnaval De Nice tulip.