Reine Hortense peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Reine Hortense'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Reine Hortense' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Reine Hortense') 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. It blooms in mid to late spring with large, double, rose-pink flowers. The petals are crisp and fluffy, with notched, silvered tips. The stems are good and the plant grows tall, so it works well for cutting.
Pairs well with Arizona Sun blanket flower, Sensitive fern, and Picture tulip.