J. Boy peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'J. Boy'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'J. Boy' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'J. Boy') 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 large, bright pink flowers are full doubles that open in midseason on erect stems. They make a fine cut flower. R.H. Jones bred it.
Pairs well with Showy milkweed, Royal fern, and Black Parrot tulip.