Madame Thouvenin peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Madame Thouvenin'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Mauve
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Madame Thouvenin' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Madame Thouvenin') 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 mauve blooms. Crousse bred it, and the flowers make a fine bouquet.
Pairs well with Columbine, Delphinium, Japanese spirea, and Switchgrass.