Gypsy Rose peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Gypsy Rose'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Rose-pink or deep pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Gypsy Rose' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Gypsy Rose') 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 deep rose pink flowers have a Japanese form with broad, cupped petals around a large center of curled staminodes tipped with gold. It blooms in early summer. Alonzo B. Franklin bred it.
Pairs well with Gooseneck loosestrife, Maiden pink, and Cinnamon fern.