Mrs. William Metcalfe peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. William Metcalfe'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Mrs. William Metcalfe' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. William Metcalfe') 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 bears pink blooms in early summer. You can cut the blooms for bouquets and enjoy them indoors. James Farquhar bred it.
Pairs well with Abiqua Drinking Gourd hosta, Sedge, and Grape hyacinth.