Romance peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Romance'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Pink, ages to light pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Romance' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Romance') is a perennial for borders, cut flower gardens, 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, full double blooms are pink and age to light pink. The flowers open at midseason and sit on strong stems. Eugene H. Lins bred it.
Pairs well with Blazing star, Sedge, Incrediball hydrangea, and Blue sage.