Vera peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Vera'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 2.5 feet tall
- Habit
- Medium, upright
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Crimson
- Foliage color
- Dark foliage
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Vera' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Vera') 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. Single crimson flowers open in mid spring and have a fair fragrance. Golden stamens fill a small, compact center. Walter L. Gumm bred it.
Pairs well with Francee hosta, Pincushion flower, and Cinnamon fern.