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Kansas Peony

Paeonia 'Kansas'

Category: Perennial • Peony

Kansas Peony features large blooms and is ideal for borders and specimens in gardens.

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Mature Height: 2-3 feet

Mature Width: 2-3 feet

Bloom Color: Pink, Red

Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer

Light: Part Sun/Part Shade

Zone: Zones 3-8

Maintenance: Moderate

Growth Rate: Moderate

Season of Interest: Spring

Foliage: Deciduous

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Designed & Reviewed by

Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Kansas Peony is a perennial flowering plant known for its large, fragrant blooms. It features lush green foliage and is a favorite in gardens for its stunning display in late spring.

Ideal Conditions

Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Requires moderate moisture for optimal growth.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil with good moisture retention; adaptable to various pH levels.

Sun Needs

Part Sun/Part Shade

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

borderspecimen

Special Features

Largefragrant blooms; attractive foliage.

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides habitat.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant once established.

Notes from Our Designer

Best planted in groups for a striking display. Avoid heavy clay soils to prevent root rot.

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