Mandarin’s Coat peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Mandarins Coat'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size18 to 24 inches tall
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Mandarin’s Coat' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Mandarin’s Coat') 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 stays dwarf at about 18 inches tall and has strong stems. The deep rose pink Japanese type flowers have red staminodes with golden yellow tops. Allan Rogers introduced it.
Pairs well with Coralbells, Sedge, and Black Hero tulip.