Colonel Wilder peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Colonel Wilder'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Rose-pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Colonel Wilder' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Colonel Wilder') 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 rose-pink flowers add soft color to the garden and look lovely in a vase. As a perennial, it comes back each year. H.A. Terry bred it.
Pairs well with Culver’s root, Royal fern, and Japanese spirea.