Prince of Wales tree peony
Paeonia suffruticosa 'Prince of Wales'
APS Registry
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Lilac-pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Prince of Wales' tree peony (Paeonia suffruticosa 'Prince of Wales') is a shrub for borders, cut flowers, and perennial beds. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and loamy soil. Its lilac-pink flowers open in early summer. You can cut the blooms for bouquets indoors. Kelway bred it.
Pairs well with Wide Brim hosta, Blue fescue, and Polish Spirit clematis.