Lord of June peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Lord of June'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Light pink, cream center
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Lord of June' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Lord of June') 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 big light pink flowers have a Japanese form with a cream center. William Henry Krekler bred it.
Pairs well with Brown-eyed Susan, Royal fern, Pink Impression tulip, and Blue Muffin arrowwood viburnum.