Bernard Palissy peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Bernard Palissy'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Rose
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Bernard Palissy' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Bernard Palissy') 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. It bears double rose flowers. Crousse bred it, and the blooms are good for cutting.
Pairs well with Pale purple coneflower, Switchgrass, and Japanese spirea.