Ensign Moriarty peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Ensign Moriarty'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Medium, upright
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Deep pink, silver(y) edges
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Ensign Moriarty' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Ensign Moriarty') is a perennial for borders, perennial beds, and cut flowers. 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 deep pink blooms have silvery edges and open in early to mid summer. Strong stems hold the large, full double flowers erect. Eugene H. Lins bred it.
Pairs well with Siberian squill, Garlic chives, Musk mallow, and Kentucky bluegrass.