Eastern Beauty peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Eastern Beauty'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Compact, medium
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Pink, dark purple shading, cream center, crimson flecks
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Eastern Beauty' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Eastern Beauty') 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, fragrant pink blooms have dark purple shading, a cream center, and crimson flecks. The color fades fast in strong sun. George Hollis bred it.
Pairs well with Royal fern, Spotted dead nettle, Carnaval De Nice tulip, and Rose.