Mobuchi peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Mobuchi (J)'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 2.5 feet tall
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Dark red
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Mobuchi' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Mobuchi') 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 Japanese type flowers are dark red with a crimson-garnet color. They open in early summer and grow on plants up to 31 inches tall.
Pairs well with Black Hero tulip, Sedge, and Ostrich fern.