Chestnut Hill peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Chestnut Hill'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Chestnut Hill' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Chestnut Hill') 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 ivory white, cup shaped double blooms in mid to late spring. The stems are stiff and the plant blooms freely. Donahue bred it.
Pairs well with Coralbells, Tiger lily, and Sedge.