Monsieur Eugene Vion peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Monsieur Eugene Vion'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Pink, silver(y) shading, lilac highlights
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Monsieur Eugene Vion' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Monsieur Eugene Vion') 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 flowers are silvery pink with lilac tints. Edouard Doriat bred it.
Pairs well with June hosta, Magnus coneflower, and Ostrich fern.