Paeonia lactiflora 'Alexander Fleming'

Also Known As

Paeonia lactiflora 'Alex Fleming'
Paeonia lactiflora 'Dr. Alexander Fleming'
Alex Fleming Peony
Dr. Alexander Fleming Double Peony

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 3'

planting zones

5a-8b

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Paeonia lactiflora 'Alexander Fleming' plant details

Paeonia lactiflora 'Alexander Fleming' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Paeonia lactiflora 'Alexander Fleming'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: paeoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: big flowers, border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, fragrant, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Paeonia lactiflora 'Alexander Fleming'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Each day unfolds anew with peony Dr. Alexander Fleming. Beginning as plump, bright pink buds, Dr. A. opens to rich pink bowls. Given a little more time, the bowls extends into a fuller bloom and the petal tips lighten to silver. Finally, with luck, the flower becomes the star of a bouquet, fluffy and fragrant.