Abbé peony

Paeonia lactiflora 'Abbé'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

Abbé peony
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Soil types
Loam

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'Abbé' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Abbé') 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 Japanese type flowers are deep rose-pink with a ruffled center. The edges are tinged with yellow. It grows to medium height and blooms freely.

Pairs well with Blue Angel hosta, Balloon flower, Limelight hydrangea, and Christmas fern.