Mutsu-hito peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Mutsu-hito'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Mutsu-hito' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Mutsu-hito') 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 medium size and rose pink, with yellow staminodes that look like normal stamens. They open in mid season. The plant stays small and compact.
Pairs well with August Moon hosta, Paprika yarrow, and Sensitive fern.