Général Bertrand peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Général Bertrand'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 2.5 feet tall
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Général Bertrand' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Général Bertrand') 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 bears double pink blooms in early summer and grows up to 31 inches tall. Modeste Guérin bred it.
Pairs well with Tiger lily, Incrediball Storm Proof smooth hydrangea, Carnaval De Nice tulip, and Cinnamon fern.