Athelstane peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Athelstane'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Athelstane' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Athelstane') 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. William Brown bred it. The large, cupped, double blooms are an unusual shade of lavender-pink and have a pleasing fragrance. They rise well above the deep green foliage.
Pairs well with Queen of Night tulip, Cinnamon fern, and African marigold.