Rahab peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Rahab'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Medium rose-pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Rahab' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Rahab') is a perennial for borders, perennial beds, and cut flowers. 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. Medium rose-pink double flowers open in mid to late spring on good strong stems. Kelsey bred it in 1940.
Pairs well with Siberian iris, Wild bergamot, and Spanish bluebell.