Mrs. Key peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. Key'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Spreading
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Purplish crimson
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Mrs. Key' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. Key') 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. Purplish crimson single flowers open in mid to late spring. The plant is large and spreading, so give it room. H.A. Terry bred it.
Pairs well with Pincushion flower, Royal fern, and Carnaval De Nice tulip.