Cabbage Rose peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Cabbage Rose'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Rose
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Cabbage Rose' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Cabbage Rose') 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 blooms are rose in color, which gives beds and bouquets a soft look. Kelway bred it. Plant it where it can stay in place for years.
Pairs well with Hairy aster, Carnaval De Nice tulip, and Cinnamon fern.