Abel Carrière peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Abel Carrière'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Violet-red
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Abel Carrière' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Abel Carrière') 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. It bears violet-red blooms in early summer. You can cut the flowers for bouquets or leave them to color the border. Philippe-Victor Verdier bred it.
Pairs well with Spotted dead nettle, Royal fern, and Spanish bluebell.