Richardson’s Perfection peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Richardsons Perfection'
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
'Richardson’s Perfection' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Richardson’s Perfection') 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 full double flowers are pale shell pink and open in late spring. They have a pleasant fragrance. John Richardson originated it, and it grows as a tall, upright plant.
Pairs well with Lady's mantle, Royal fern, Spanish bluebell, and Ageratum.