Jin Dai Huan Jiao peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Jin Dai Huan Jiao'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 2.5 feet tall
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Light pink, golden-yellow center
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Jin Dai Huan Jiao' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Jin Dai Huan Jiao') 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. Fragrant light pink flowers with golden-yellow centers open in mid to late spring. The upright plants reach about 30 inches tall and do not need support. Aiqing Liu bred it.
Pairs well with Purrsian Blue nepeta, Pink Impression tulip, and Foxtail barley.