Madame Carpentier peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Madame Carpentier'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Medium
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Pink, violet shading, crimson flecks
- Foliage color
- Dark foliage
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Madame Carpentier' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Madame Carpentier') 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. Large, fragrant, semi-double pink blooms with crimson flecks open in early summer. Delâche bred it in 1850. The strong red stems carry dark green foliage.
Pairs well with Limelight hydrangea, Garlic chives, and Rock soapwort.