Madame Bucquet peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Madame Bucquet'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Medium
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Red
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Madame Bucquet' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Madame Bucquet') 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. It bears fragrant, double red blooms in early summer. Auguste Dessert bred it, and the flowers make a rich cut bouquet.
Pairs well with Gooseneck loosestrife, Maiden pink, Switchgrass, and Stargazer lily.