Lieutenant Hobson peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Lieutenant Hobson'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Crimson - purple, golden-yellow center
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Lieutenant Hobson' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Lieutenant Hobson') 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 Japanese type flowers have deep purple guard petals around a golden center. George Hollis bred it.
Pairs well with Indian grass, Aromatic aster, and Shrub rose.