Corinne peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Corinne'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Compact
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Seashell-pink or blush
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Corinne' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Corinne') 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. Its single, blush pink flowers open midseason and show well above the foliage. The plant is large and compact, with numerous blooms. Edward Auten, Jr bred it.
Pairs well with Smooth hydrangea, Carnaval De Nice tulip, and Cinnamon fern.