Mo Lou Dian Chun peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Mo Lou Dian Chun'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Mo Lou Dian Chun' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Mo Lou Dian Chun') 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 fragrant, double, purplish red flowers open in early to late spring on long stems. It grows upright to 41 inches and does not need support.
Pairs well with Tickseed, Bobo hydrangea, Black Parrot tulip, and Foxtail barley.