Mrs. Laura Coates Reed peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. Laura Coates Reed'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Dark red, purple shading
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Mrs. Laura Coates Reed' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. Laura Coates Reed') 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. George Hollis bred it. The single flowers are dark red with purple shading and open in early to mid spring. The plant stays medium size and compact.
Pairs well with Carnaval De Nice tulip, Royal fern, and Pincushion flower.