Carnot peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Carnot'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Compact, medium
- Bloom color
- Carmine-pink or fuchsia / magenta
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Carnot' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Carnot') 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 has single carmine-pink to magenta blooms on a compact, medium plant. Auguste Dessert bred it.
Pairs well with Dalmatian bellflower, Cornflower, and Carnaval De Nice tulip.