Avis Cullen peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Avis Cullen'
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
'Avis Cullen' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Avis Cullen') is a perennial for borders, cut flower use, 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. It bears large, double, intense pink blooms in mid to late spring and early summer. The stems and bush are average sized. William Henry Krekler bred it.
Pairs well with Rainbow's End hosta, Japanese spirea, Cheerfulness daffodil, and Blonde Ambition blue grama.