Joyce peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Joyce'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Tall, upright
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Joyce' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Joyce') 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 tall, upright plants bloom in mid to late spring. The double flowers are soft white with a pearly pink cast. Edward Auten, Jr bred it.
Pairs well with David garden phlox, Prairie dropseed, and Black Hero tulip.