Ice Beauty peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Ice Beauty'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Ice Beauty' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Ice Beauty') 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 purplish-red double blooms in mid to late spring. The upright stems reach about 40 inches and do not need support.
Pairs well with Siberian iris, New England aster, and Carnaval De Nice tulip.