Mrs. Becket peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. Becket'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Deep pink and rose-pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Mrs. Becket' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. Becket') 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 flowers open deep pink and rose-pink, so they add rich color to the garden and to a vase. Sarah A. Pleas bred it, and it makes a showy plant in any sunny bed.
Pairs well with Guacamole hosta, David garden phlox, and Black Parrot tulip.