Sir John French peony

Paeonia lactiflora 'Sir John French'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

Sir John French peony
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Bloom color
Pink
Soil types
Loam

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'Sir John French' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Sir John French') 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. Its pink blooms make good cut flowers, so you can bring them indoors. Kelway bred this cultivar.

Pairs well with June hosta, Prairie dropseed, and Black Hero tulip.