Seihin Ikeda peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Seihin Ikeda'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Tall
- Bloom color
- Purple
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Seihin Ikeda' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Seihin Ikeda') 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 season with Japanese type flowers. The wide petals are reddish purple, and the center petaloids are bright red edged in gold. The plant grows tall and strong, with sturdy stems.
Pairs well with Wild geranium, Switchgrass, and Stargazer lily.