Virgilijus peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Virgilijus'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 3.5 feet tall
- Habit
- Dark foliage
- Bloom color
- Carmine-pink
- Foliage color
- Dark foliage
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Virgilijus' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Virgilijus') 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. The single carmine-pink flowers are about 18 cm across and open in early June. Dark foliage covers a well formed plant. Ona I. Skeivene bred it.
Pairs well with Iris, Ostrich fern, Picture tulip, and African Queen lily.