Barbara Susan peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Barbara Susan'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size3 feet tall
- Habit
- Dark foliage
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Pink
- Foliage color
- Dark foliage
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Barbara Susan' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Barbara Susan') 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. Robert F. Schmidt bred it, and it bears single, medium pink blooms in early to late spring. The glossy, dark green leaves grow 36 to 38 inches tall, and the plant blooms reliably.
Pairs well with False Solomon's seal, Hairy aster, and Picture tulip.