Monsieur Hippolyte Delille peony

Garden uses

Notes

'Monsieur Hippolyte Delille' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Monsieur Hippolyte Delille') is a perennial for borders, perennial beds, and cut flowers. 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. Calot bred it in 1872. The fragrant, pale lilac rose blooms open in late spring and fade to nearly white in the center. The plant grows compact and upright with dark green leaves.

Pairs well with Patriot hosta, Magnus coneflower, and Ostrich fern.