Lou Shenk peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Lou Shenk'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Lou Shenk' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Lou Shenk') 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 flowers are pink and have a Japanese form. You can cut the blooms for bouquets indoors. Plant it in a border where the pink color can stand out.
Pairs well with American Gold Rush black-eyed Susan, Phantom panicle hydrangea, Blonde Ambition blue grama, and Sensitive fern.