Madame Courant peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Madame Courant'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Tall
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Madame Courant' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Madame Courant') 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 grows tall and bears double pink flowers in early summer. The blooms are fragrant. Edouard Courant bred it.
Pairs well with Limelight hydrangea, Maiden pink, Queen of Night tulip, and Garlic chives.