Dawn peony

Paeonia lactiflora 'Dawn'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

USDA zones3 to 8

SunHandles full sun to partial sun

WaterNeeds moderate soil

Bloom color: Carmine-pink
Soil types: Loam

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'Dawn' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Dawn') 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 large, Japanese type flowers open carmine-pink in mid season. Cream-colored staminodes with yellow edges fill the center. Dr. Bernard Chow bred it in 2010.

Pairs well with Siberian iris, Wild bergamot, and Sensitive fern.

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