Sheng Shi Jiao Rong peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Sheng Shi Jiao Rong'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Spreading
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Light pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Sheng Shi Jiao Rong' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Sheng Shi Jiao Rong') 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. Light pink double flowers open in mid to late spring and face upward. The blooms measure about 7 inches across, and the stems stand without support.
Pairs well with Queen of Night tulip, Cinnamon fern, and Indian Summer rudbeckia.