Mrs. John M. Lewis peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. John M. Lewis'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Dark red with velvety shadings
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Mrs. John M. Lewis' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. John M. Lewis') 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. Dark red double flowers open from mid to late spring into early summer and have a faint sweet scent. The stems are twisted and upright, so you may want to give them support. Mr. and 'Mrs. John M. Lewis' bred it.
Pairs well with Nepeta, Solomon's seal, and Stargazer lily.