Mrs. Julia E. Goodwin peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. Julia E. Goodwin'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom color
- Deep pink, lighter edges
- Foliage color
- Dark foliage
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Mrs. Julia E. Goodwin' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. Julia E. Goodwin') 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. Mrs. Mary E.G. Freeborn bred it. The deep pink blooms have lighter edges and a fragrant, loose rose form. Strong stems hold the flowers up in rainy weather.
Pairs well with Rainbow's End hosta, Cheerfulness daffodil, and Ostrich fern.