Assmannshausen peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Assmannshausen'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Light pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Assmannshausen' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Assmannshausen') 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 fragrant, double, light pink flowers fade to white in late spring and early summer. Strong stems hold up the blooms. It also flowers on the laterals after the main bloom is over.
Pairs well with Queen of Night tulip, Cinnamon fern, and Tall fescue.