El Capitan peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'El Capitan'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Carmine-pink or red
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'El Capitan' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'El Capitan') 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, light red, semi-double blooms open in late spring to early summer. It has good stems, so the flowers hold up well when cut. Edward Auten, Jr bred it.
Pairs well with Tiger lily, Prairie dropseed, and Black Hero tulip.