Carnea plena tree peony
Paeonia suffruticosa 'Carnea plena'
APS Registry
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Light pink, light purple shading, light purple flares
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Carnea plena' tree peony (Paeonia suffruticosa 'Carnea plena') is a shrub for borders, perennial beds, and cut flowers. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and loamy soil. The double flowers are light pink with light purple shading and light purple flares. George Annesley, Earl of Mountnorris, bred it.
Pairs well with Dancing Queen hosta, Sedge, and Jeana garden phlox.