Luetta Pfeiffer peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Luetta Pfeiffer'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Tall, upright
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Blush, ages to lighter
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Luetta Pfeiffer' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Luetta Pfeiffer') 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. Its large, double, fragrant flowers open early to mid spring in blush pink that ages to lighter. The tall, upright plants have strong stems and excellent foliage.
Pairs well with New Jersey tea, Prairie dropseed, Grape hyacinth, and Sedge.