Fairy’s Cheek peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Fairys Cheek'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
Fairy's Cheek peony (Paeonia lactiflora Fairy's Cheek) 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. It grows upright on strong stems, so support is not normally needed. The pink flowers have a pleasant fragrance and open in the middle of the spring season.
Pairs well with Fire Island hosta, Cheerfulness daffodil, and Blonde Ambition blue grama.