Madeleine Gauthier peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Madeleine Gauthier'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Light pink, yellow center
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Madeleine Gauthier' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Madeleine Gauthier') is a perennial for borders, perennial beds, and cut flowers. 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. Large, single, light pink flowers with waxy petals and a yellow center open in mid spring. The strong, upright stems carry the blooms well. Auguste Dessert bred it.
Pairs well with Columbine, Pink Impression tulip, Royal fern, and Smooth hydrangea.