Kurwenal peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Kurwenal'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 2.5 feet tall
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Kurwenal' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Kurwenal') is a perennial for borders, perennial beds, and cut flowers. 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 grows up to 28 inches tall. Semi-double pink flowers have ruffled, notched petals and bloom at midseason. Michael Miely bred it.
Pairs well with Sedge, Ostrich fern, and Rose.