David Harum peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'David Harum'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Tall
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Crimson
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'David Harum' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'David Harum') 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 large, double crimson blooms open in mid to late spring and early summer. Strong stems hold the flowers up on tall plants, and the flowers last well in a vase.
Pairs well with Grape hyacinth, Aromatic aster, and Blue grama.