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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.

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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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 bloomsattractive 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.

Maintenance Notes

Moderate

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Is Kansas Peony a good fit for Kansas City landscapes?

That depends on sun exposure, moisture, spacing, and how the plant will be used in the overall design.

How should homeowners use this plant information?

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