Mandarin peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Mandarin'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Pink, lilac veining, ages to white
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Mandarin' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Mandarin') 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 pink blooms have lilac veining and age to white in early to mid spring. Edward Auten, Jr bred it.
Pairs well with Coralbells, Grape hyacinth, and Sedge.