Moon Magic peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Moon Magic'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Dotted shell-pink, yellow center
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Moon Magic' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Moon Magic') 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 flowers have an Anemone Japanese form with soft, warm pink petals dotted with shell-pink and an all yellow center. Edward Auten, Jr bred it.
Pairs well with Blue Mouse Ears hosta, Miss Kim lilac, Sedge, and Grape hyacinth.