Elegans Superbissima peony

Paeonia lactiflora 'Elegans Superbissima'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

Elegans Superbissima peony
Fragrant
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Habit
Compact, tall, upright
Bloom season
Summer
Bloom color
Pink
Soil types
Loam

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'Elegans Superbissima' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Elegans Superbissima') 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 forms a compact, tall, upright clump. Fragrant pink flowers open in early summer.

Pairs well with Stained Glass hosta, Royal fern, and Spanish bluebell.