Gloire de Charles Gombault peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Gloire de Charles Gombault'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size3 to 3.5 feet tall
- Habit
- Tall
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Gloire de Charles Gombault' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Gloire de Charles Gombault') 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 grows tall, reaching 33 to 39 inches. Double pink flowers open in early summer. Charles Gombault bred it, and Auguste Dessert introduced it in 1896.
Pairs well with Iris, Spanish bluebell, Blue sage, and Cinnamon fern.