François peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'François'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Rose-pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'François' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'François') 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 large, rose-pink flowers open in late spring and have a Japanese form. The plant is compact, and it holds the blooms high above the foliage.
Pairs well with Prairie Sun rudbeckia, Blonde Ambition blue grama, and Sensitive fern.