June Moon peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'June Moon'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 2.5 feet tall
- Habit
- Medium, upright
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Light pink, ages to white
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'June Moon' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'June Moon') 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 single flowers open pale flesh pink and age to white, with green carpels in the center. Stiff stems hold the blooms up in late spring. Edward Auten, Jr bred it.
Pairs well with Brown-eyed Susan, Tall fescue, and Cinnamon fern.