Mrs. A.F.W. Hayward peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. A.F.W. Hayward'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Mrs. A.F.W. Hayward' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. A.F.W. Hayward') 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 flowers are double and rosy purple. You can cut the double blooms for bouquets. Plant it in a border where the rosy purple color can stand out.
Pairs well with Prairie dropseed, Immortality iris, and Phantom panicle hydrangea.