Radiant Candy peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Radiant Candy'
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
'Radiant Candy' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Radiant Candy') 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. Pink flowers with white striping open in mid to late spring. The blooms face upward and measure about 4 to 4.5 inches across. Plants reach about 26 inches tall and stand upright without support.
Pairs well with Wild ginger, Pink Impression tulip, Royal fern, and Red elderberry.