Ralph Miller Hopkins peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Ralph Miller Hopkins'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Medium
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Light pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Ralph Miller Hopkins' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Ralph Miller Hopkins') 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. Its large, light pink flowers are full double and open in late spring. The stems and foliage are good, and the plant grows to a medium height. Hopkins bred it.
Pairs well with Wild bergamot, Anise hyssop, Royal fern, and Spanish bluebell.