Pinkeye peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Pinkeye'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 2.5 feet tall
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom color
- White
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Pinkeye' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Pinkeye') 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. It bears dense, double white flowers with pink centers on stiff stems. The upright plant grows about 30 inches tall and has good foliage. William Henry Krekler bred it.
Pairs well with Coralbells, Carnation, and Sensitive fern.