Linda peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Linda'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Tall
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Linda' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Linda') 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. Edward Auten, Jr bred it in 1955. It bears large, flat, double pink blooms in late spring on tall, stiff stems.
Pairs well with Queen of Night tulip, Cinnamon fern, and Zinnia.