Mrs. John M. Kleitsch peony

Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. John M. Kleitsch'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

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Mrs. John M. Kleitsch peony
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Soil types
Loam

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'Mrs. John M. Kleitsch' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. John M. Kleitsch') 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 are light violet-rose with a cupped center. It grows medium tall with strong growth.

Pairs well with Pale purple coneflower, Switchgrass, and Musk mallow.