Rosea elegans peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Rosea elegans'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Tall
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Carmine-pink, light pink center, lilac shading
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Rosea elegans' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Rosea elegans') 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. Guérin bred it in 1858. The fragrant, globular blooms open carmine-pink with lilac shading in early to mid spring. Buds form in clusters on tall, strong stems.
Pairs well with Catnip, Sedge, and Grape hyacinth.