Decoration Day peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Decoration Day'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Decoration Day' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Decoration Day') 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 single flowers are a bright rose red. They make a bold color show in the garden and in a vase.
Pairs well with Blonde Ambition blue grama, Pincushion flower, and Cheerfulness daffodil.