Mrs. J.H. Neeley peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. J.H. Neeley'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Mrs. J.H. Neeley' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. J.H. Neeley') 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. It blooms in late spring with large, full flowers shaped like roses. The petals are blush over ivory, and the base of each petal is tinted green.
Pairs well with Rainbow's End hosta, Prairie dropseed, and Christmas fern.