Mrs. Jennie R. Gowdy peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. Jennie R. Gowdy'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Spreading
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Mrs. Jennie R. Gowdy' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. Jennie R. Gowdy') 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 red peppered with a darker red, which gives a pink effect. It has a spreading habit, so give it room to grow.
Pairs well with Sedge, Musk mallow, and Blue grama.