Sweet 16 peony

Paeonia lactiflora 'Sweet 16'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

Sweet 16 peony
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Soil types
Loam

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'Sweet 16' 16 peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Sweet 16') 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. The mid-double blooms are a lively soft pink with an attractive flower form. Klehm bred it in 1972.

Pairs well with Goldsturm black-eyed Susan, Switchgrass, and Stargazer lily.