Spoon River peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Spoon River'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Medium, upright
- Bloom color
- Creamy magenta
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Spoon River' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Spoon River') 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 full double blooms are creamy magenta with a rose fragrance. Stiff stems hold the flowers on a medium, upright plant. Edward Auten, Jr bred it.
Pairs well with Halcyon hosta, Royal fern, Pink Impression tulip, and Autumn Gold maidenhair tree.