La Pinja peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'La Pinja'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'La Pinja' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'La Pinja') is a perennial for borders, cut flower use, 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 bears large pink Japanese type blooms with yellow tipped staminodes. The flowers open in mid to late spring and early summer. Ernest Flint Kelsey bred it.
Pairs well with Black-eyed Susan, Garlic chives, and Quick Fire panicle hydrangea.