Banderilla peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Banderilla'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Dark red
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Banderilla' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Banderilla') 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 Japanese type flowers open in early summer. Petals are black-red with a dark center and a yellow edge. R.H. Jones bred it.
Pairs well with Rainbow's End hosta, Japanese spirea, and Blonde Ambition blue grama.