Mars peony

Paeonia lactiflora 'Mars'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

Mars peony
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Bloom season
Spring
Soil types
Loam

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'Mars' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Mars') 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 flowers are semi-double and white. They open in mid to late spring, in the midseason. H.A. Terry bred it.

Pairs well with Scentara Double Blue lilac, Stargazer lily, and Switchgrass.