Mercedes peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Mercedes'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Light pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Mercedes' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Mercedes') 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. Its large, full double blooms are light pink and deepen toward the center. They open in late spring to early summer and have heavy substance. Eugene H. Lins bred it, and it has good stems and foliage.
Pairs well with Iris, Black chokeberry, and Garlic chives.