Martha Sharp peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Martha Sharp'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Medium
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Rose-pink, lighter streaks, stripes, flecks
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Martha Sharp' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Martha Sharp') 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 full double blooms are clear rose pink with light streaks and flecks on wide petals. They open from mid to late spring into early summer. It is a strong grower that increases rapidly.
Pairs well with Lady's mantle, Cheerfulness daffodil, and Blonde Ambition blue grama.