Silly Sally peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Silly Sally'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Silly Sally' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Silly Sally') is a perennial for borders, perennial beds, and cut flowers. 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 grows 24 inches tall on strong stems. Each stem carries one to three cactus type blooms in soft cream pink with pink streaking. They open in mid to late spring and have no fragrance.
Pairs well with Rainforest Sunrise hosta, Incrediball hydrangea, Ostrich fern, and Picture tulip.