Mirabeau peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Mirabeau'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Lilac-pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Mirabeau' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Mirabeau') 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 double blooms are lilac-pink, with pale pink and mauve tones, and they are fragrant. Victor Lemoine & Sons bred it.
Pairs well with Obedient plant, Japanese spirea, and Royal fern.