Wilhelm Krekler peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Wilhelm Krekler'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Cerise pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Wilhelm Krekler' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Wilhelm Krekler') 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 gay, semi-double flowers are cerise pink. You can cut the blooms to bring that color indoors. William Henry Krekler bred this cultivar.
Pairs well with Smooth aster, Rock soapwort, Grape hyacinth, and Blue grama.