Peoria peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Peoria'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Short, upright
- Bloom color
- Red
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Peoria' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Peoria') is a perennial for borders, perennial beds, and cut flowers. 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 stays short and upright with stiff stems. The large, medium red single blooms are bright and showy. Edward Auten, Jr bred it.
Pairs well with Siberian squill, Indian grass, and Spotted joe-pye weed.