Orlando Roberts peony

Paeonia lactiflora 'Orlando Roberts'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

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Orlando Roberts peony
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Bloom season
Spring
Soil types
Loam

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'Orlando Roberts' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Orlando Roberts') 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 glossy double blooms are black-red and open late in spring. The plant stands above medium height, so it works well in the middle of a bed.

Pairs well with White trillium, Cinnamon fern, and Miss Kim lilac.