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Many Happy Returns Peony

Paeonia x lactiflora 'Many Happy Returns'

Category: Perennial • Peony

Discover the Many Happy Returns Peony, a fragrant and resilient choice for your garden.

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Mature Height: 24-36 inches

Mature Width: 24-36 inches

Bloom Color: Yellow, Cream

Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer

Light: Sun

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

Many Happy Returns Peony is a perennial plant known for its fragrant, large blooms. It features soft, pastel yellow flowers that add charm to gardens and landscapes.

Ideal Conditions

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

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil with moderate moisture; adaptable to a range of pH levels.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

borderspecimen

Special Features

Fragrant bloomslong-lasting cut flowers

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 wet conditions to prevent root rot.

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