Empereur Alexandre II tree peony
Paeonia suffruticosa 'Empereur Alexandre II'
APS Registry
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Purple - red, white mottling, lilac mottling
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Empereur Alexandre II' tree peony (Paeonia suffruticosa 'Empereur Alexandre II') is a shrub for borders, perennial beds, and cut flowers. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and loamy soil. The blooms are purple-red with white and lilac mottling. Cut a few stems to bring the colorful flowers indoors.
Pairs well with Coralbells, Rose, Queen of Night tulip, and Garlic chives.