The Moor peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'The Moor'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'The Moor' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'The Moor') 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. It blooms in early to mid spring with large, single, dark red flowers and bright yellow stamens. Each stem usually carries just one flower. The dark green, leathery leaves are large and smooth.
Pairs well with Purrsian Blue nepeta, Prairie dropseed, Black Hero tulip, and Hairy aster.