Colonel Hopton peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Colonel Hopton'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Colonel Hopton' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Colonel Hopton') 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 Japanese type flowers are light mauve pink with a large tassel of petaloids tipped gold. Form and color can vary from bloom to bloom. Kelway bred it.
Pairs well with Guacamole hosta, Prairie dropseed, and Black Hero tulip.