Augustin d’Hour peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Augustin dHour'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Augustin d’Hour' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Augustin d’Hour') 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 flowers are double and solferino-red, which makes a bold color in the garden.
Pairs well with Prairie dropseed, Meadowsweet, and Christmas fern.