Van Houttei tree peony
Paeonia suffruticosa 'Van Houttei'
APS Registry
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Carmine-pink, red center, white edges
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Van Houttei' tree peony (Paeonia suffruticosa 'Van Houttei') is a shrub for borders, perennial beds, and cut flowers. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and loamy soil. The blooms are carmine-pink with a red center and white edges. Luigi Casoretti bred it.
Pairs well with Krossa Regal hosta, Columbine, and Stargazer lily.