Amoskeag peony

Paeonia lactiflora 'Amoskeag'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

USDA zones3 to 8

SunHandles full sun to partial sun

WaterNeeds moderate soil

Soil types: Loam

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'Amoskeag' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Amoskeag') 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. Benjamin W. Guppy bred it. Cut the blooms for bouquets and plant it where its flowers can show off in a border.

Pairs well with Francee hosta, Cinnamon fern, and Carnaval De Nice tulip.

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