Madame Joly de Lotbinière peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Madame Joly de Lotbinière'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Double pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Madame Joly de Lotbinière' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Madame Joly de Lotbinière') 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. The double pink flowers measure 6½ inches (16 cm) across, with three blooms per stem. Plants grow to 35 inches (89 cm) tall.
Pairs well with Gooseneck loosestrife, Nodding onion, and Prairie dropseed.