Iroka peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Iroka'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- White, light pink shading
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Iroka' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Iroka') is a perennial for borders, cut flower gardens, 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 has large, Japanese type flowers with yellow staminodes that look like enlarged stamens. The plant stays medium size and compact. Millet & Son bred it.
Pairs well with Great blue lobelia, Woolly yarrow, and Blonde Ambition blue grama.