Araby peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Araby'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Araby' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Araby') 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. Its fully double, pink flowers are fragrant and open in late spring. Miss Mary Eliza Blacklock bred it.
Pairs well with Great blue lobelia, Prairie dropseed, and Black Hero tulip.