Lilacina superba peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Lilacina superba'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Lilac
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Lilacina superba' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Lilacina superba') 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 fragrant lilac blooms make a good cut flower for a vase. P. J. Buyck - Van der Meersch bred it.
Pairs well with Blue Mouse Ears hosta, Charles Joly lilac, and Standing Ovation little bluestem.