Marie d’Hour peony

Paeonia lactiflora 'Marie dHour'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

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Marie d’Hour peony
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Bloom color
Pink
Soil types
Loam

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'Marie d’Hour' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Marie d’Hour') 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 pink blooms. The full flowers make a fine show in the garden and in a vase.

Pairs well with Culver’s root, Prairie dropseed, and Black Hero tulip.