Vicomte de Forceville peony

Paeonia lactiflora 'Vicomte de Forceville'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

Vicomte de Forceville peony
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Bloom color
Rose
Soil types
Loam

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'Vicomte de Forceville' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Vicomte de Forceville') 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. It bears double rose flowers that look lovely in a vase and make a bold show in the garden. Jacques Calot bred it.

Pairs well with Fire and Ice hosta, Sedge, and Lily of the valley.