Medusa peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Medusa'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Crimson or lilac, rose-pink shading
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Medusa' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Medusa') 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 double blooms are lilac-rose, with crimson or rose-pink shading. Kelway bred it from Rosary and Kenka.
Pairs well with New England aster, Mexican hat, and Sedge.