Camden peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Camden'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Red single
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Camden' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Camden') 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 many large, red single flowers. Cut the blooms for bouquets. William Henry Krekler bred it.
Pairs well with Switchgrass, Stargazer lily, and Pussytoes.