Little Prince peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Little Prince'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Blush
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Little Prince' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Little Prince') 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. Gilbert S. Richmond bred it. The blush flowers have rich yellow centers and a few large blush petals in the middle. It blooms mid season and has a miniature Japanese flower form.
Pairs well with Pale purple coneflower, Queen of Night tulip, and Cinnamon fern.