Mr. G.F. Hemerik peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Mr. G.F. Hemerik'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size2.5 to 3 feet tall
- Habit
- Spreading
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Mr. G.F. Hemerik' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Mr. G.F. Hemerik') 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. It forms a spreading clump about 30 to 33 inches tall. The large, rose pink flowers open in mid season. They show well above the foliage.
Pairs well with First Frost hosta, Monkshood, and Phantom panicle hydrangea.