Madame de Galhau peony

Paeonia lactiflora 'Madame de Galhau'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

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Madame de Galhau peony
Fragrant
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Habit
Tall, upright
Bloom color
Pink
Soil types
Loam

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'Madame de Galhau' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Madame de Galhau') is a perennial for borders, cut flower gardens, 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 upright and bears fragrant, double pink flowers. François-Félix Crousse bred it.

Pairs well with Pearly everlasting, Pussytoes, Pink Impression tulip, and Spanish bluebell.