Madame Moreau peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Madame Moreau'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Lilac-pink, rose-pink center, silver(y) edges
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Madame Moreau' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Madame Moreau') 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 flowers are lilac-pink with a rose-pink center and silvery edges. François-Félix Crousse bred it.
Pairs well with Smooth aster, Sedge, and Limelight hydrangea.