Princess Ellen peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Princess Ellen'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Light pink or lilac-pink, ages to white
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Princess Ellen' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Princess Ellen') 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 double flowers open light pink or lilac-pink and age to white. H.A. Terry bred it.
Pairs well with Smooth aster, Rock soapwort, Cheerfulness daffodil, and Christmas fern.