Sir William Harcourt peony

Paeonia lactiflora 'Sir William Harcourt'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

Sir William Harcourt peony
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Bloom color
Crimson
Soil types
Loam

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'Sir William Harcourt' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Sir William Harcourt') 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 blooms are crimson, so they add rich color to a bouquet or a garden edge. Peter Barr bred it.

Pairs well with Stained Glass hosta, Sedge, and Grape hyacinth.