Bishop’s Huish peony

Paeonia lactiflora 'Bishops Huish'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

Bishop’s Huish peony
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Soil types
Loam

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'Bishop’s Huish' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Bishop’s Huish') is a perennial for borders, cut flower gardens, 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 single flowers are rose-pink. They open in a simple, open shape that suits a mixed border and a vase.

Pairs well with Great blue lobelia, Woolly yarrow, Blonde Ambition blue grama, and Annabelle hydrangea.