Dr Edgar Pleas peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Dr Edgar Pleas'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Dr Edgar Pleas' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Dr Edgar Pleas') 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 Japanese type blooms are medium size and blush pink, and they open in mid season. Yellow staminodes sit at the center of each flower. The plant stays small and compact.
Pairs well with Dancing Queen hosta, Switchgrass, and Stargazer lily.