Arabian Knight peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Arabian Knight'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Arabian Knight' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Arabian Knight') 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 double blooms are pale blush pink with fuchsia edging and ruffled petals. They open in late spring and have no detectable fragrance. The plant grows 26 inches tall and needs no support.
Pairs well with Dancing Queen hosta, Picture tulip, Christmas fern, and Indian Summer rudbeckia.