Apple Blossom peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Apple Blossom'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Medium, spreading
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Apple Blossom' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Apple Blossom') 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 single, deep apple blossom pink flowers in early summer. E. J. Berneche bred it. The plant has a medium, spreading habit.
Pairs well with Francee hosta, Pincushion flower, and Sedge.