Tom Berkley peony

Paeonia lactiflora 'Tom Berkley'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

Tom Berkley peony
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Bloom season
Spring
Soil types
Loam

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'Tom Berkley' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Tom Berkley') 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. Large, light pink flowers are double, rose type, and globular. They open in late spring on stout, erect stems about 28 inches tall. The large foliage stays full clear to the ground.

Pairs well with Switchgrass, Aromatic aster, and Garlic chives.