Madame Gaudichau peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Madame Gaudichau'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Madame Gaudichau' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Madame Gaudichau') 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 double, dark crimson flowers on tall, strong stems in early to late spring. The dark red stems and reddish foliage stand out all season. Buds can blight, so give plants good air flow.
Pairs well with Black Hero tulip, Prairie dropseed, and Sedge.