Denmark peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Denmark'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Denmark' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Denmark') 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 pink flowers have a Japanese type form. Mr. and Mrs. John M. Lewis bred it.
Pairs well with Great blue lobelia, Prairie dropseed, and Woolly yarrow.