O Fugi peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'O Fugi'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Medium, spreading
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Blush
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'O Fugi' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'O Fugi') 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. It forms a medium, spreading clump. The blush flowers open in early summer and have a Japanese type form. Auguste Dessert introduced it.
Pairs well with Black-eyed Susan, Stargazer lily, and Garlic chives.