Lothario peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Lothario'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Lothario' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Lothario') 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 pink flowers have a Japanese form and bright violaceous pink guards. You can cut the blooms and bring them indoors for bouquets. Wettengel bred this cultivar.
Pairs well with American Gold Rush black-eyed Susan, Foxtail barley, and Sensitive fern.