Evening World peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Evening World'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 3 feet tall
- Bloom color
- Pink, lilac shading, light pink center
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Evening World' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Evening World') 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 large Japanese type blooms have lilac-pink outer petals around a deep cushion of flesh tint. Plants reach about 35 inches tall. Kelway bred it.
Pairs well with Wild bergamot, Indian grass, Stargazer lily, and Blue sage.