Samuel Hill peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Samuel Hill'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Light pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Samuel Hill' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Samuel Hill') 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 single flowers are huge and apple blossom pink. They make an extra good cutting variety. E. J. Berneche bred it.
Pairs well with Great blue lobelia, Woolly yarrow, and Cheerfulness daffodil.