Radiant Gaiety peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Radiant Gaiety'
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 Gaiety' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Radiant Gaiety') 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 white to light pink single flowers have darker pink streaks and open in mid to late spring. Plants reach about 28 inches tall and stand upright without support.
Pairs well with Wild ginger, Royal fern, and Spanish bluebell.