He’s My Star peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Hes My Star'
APS Registry

USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size2.5 feet tall
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'He’s My Star' peony (Paeonia lactiflora Hes My Star) 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 fragrant bomb-type blooms are rose pink, cream, and rose carmine. They open in mid to late spring on strong stems about 28 to 30 inches tall. The thick foliage is deep green.
Pairs well with Woodland phlox, Garlic chives, Queen of Night tulip, and Cinnamon fern.