Egyptian peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Egyptian'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- White,
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Egyptian' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Egyptian') 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. It blooms in early summer with a Japanese type flower. Two rows of guard petals surround a center of fine petaloids. Mrs. Ruth H. Brant bred it.
Pairs well with Tiger lily, Prairie dropseed, and Carnation.