Minnehaha peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Minnehaha'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Cherry-red
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Minnehaha' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Minnehaha') 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 single flowers are large and bloom in midseason, with a conspicuous pink disk at the center. The plant stays small and compact. Sarah A. Pleas bred it.
Pairs well with Queen of Night tulip, Garlic chives, and Goldenseal.