Fontenelle peony

Paeonia lactiflora 'Fontenelle'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

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Fontenelle peony
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Bloom color
Red
Soil types
Loam

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'Fontenelle' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Fontenelle') 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. Its red blooms add bold color to the border, and you can cut the stems for bouquets. John F. Rosenfield or Rosefield bred it.

Pairs well with Goldsturm black-eyed Susan, Sensation lilac, and Foxtail barley.