Mildred Gardner peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Mildred Gardner'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Deep lilac pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Mildred Gardner' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Mildred Gardner') 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 blooms are a deep lilac pink. You can cut a few stems to bring that color indoors in a vase. Edward J. Gardner bred it.
Pairs well with Moonshine yarrow, Nodding onion, and Ostrich fern.