Mrs. E.J. Shaylor peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. E.J. Shaylor'
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. E.J. Shaylor' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. E.J. Shaylor') 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 a double, delicate pink flower. The petals are broad and well rounded, and the flower looks full but loosely built.
Pairs well with Stained Glass hosta, Prairie dropseed, and Lungwort.