Lavon peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Lavon'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 3 feet tall
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Pink, yellow center
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Lavon' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Lavon') is a perennial for borders, cut flower gardens, 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. Large, mildly fragrant pink flowers have a yellow collar and center. Strong, long stems hold the blooms well above the foliage, which makes it a good cutting flower. Don Hollingsworth bred it in 1993.
Pairs well with Hairy aster, Black Parrot tulip, and Kentucky bluegrass.