Painted by the Frost peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Painted by the Frost'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Painted by the Frost' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Painted by the Frost') 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. Magenta semi-double flowers have wide white edges and a strong, sweet fragrance in late spring. Strong stems hold the blooms up without support. It stays low, so place it in the foreground.
Pairs well with Black-eyed Susan, Miss Kim lilac, and Royal fern.