Christabel peony

Paeonia lactiflora 'Christabel'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

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Christabel peony
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Bloom color
Blush, white center
Soil types
Loam

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'Christabel' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Christabel') 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. The flowers are blush with a white center, which gives the plant a soft look in the garden. Its gentle color works well beside plants with bolder foliage. Kelway bred it.

Pairs well with Catnip, Smooth hydrangea, and Foxtail barley.