Mrs. W.A. Rafferty peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. W.A. Rafferty'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Mrs. W.A. Rafferty' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. W.A. Rafferty') 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. The double blooms are a brilliant deep rose pink. Cut them for a vase, or let them brighten the back of a border.
Pairs well with Eastern columbine, Annabelle hydrangea, and Western sword fern.