Fluttering Pink peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Fluttering Pink'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Purple-red
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Fluttering Pink' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Fluttering Pink') 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. The purple-red flowers have a slight fragrance and feathered petals. Strong stems hold the blooms upright on plants up to 36 inches tall.
Pairs well with Nepeta, Miss Kim lilac, and Royal fern.