Topeka Midnight peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Topeka Midnight'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Dark red
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Topeka Midnight' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Topeka Midnight') 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 dark red flowers are full double. Stems are strong and the foliage looks nice all season. Myron D. Bigger bred it in 1991.
Pairs well with Pale purple coneflower, Musk mallow, and Cinnamon fern.