President Franklin D. Roosevelt peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'President Franklin D. Roosevelt'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'President Franklin D. Roosevelt' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'President Franklin D. Roosevelt') 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 large, full rose-type blooms are dark pink and open in late spring. Stiff stems hold the flowers up on tall, vigorous plants. Alonzo B. Franklin bred it.
Pairs well with Incrediball hydrangea, Royal fern, Pink Impression tulip, and Cornflower.