Carnation peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Carnation'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Carnation' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Carnation') is a perennial for borders, perennial beds, and cut flowers. 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 flowers have an anemone form of the Japanese type. The guards and petaloids are carnation pink, and the center is tipped lighter.
Pairs well with Showy milkweed, Spotted dead nettle, Cheerfulness daffodil, and Tall fescue.