Vistula peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Vistula'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Vivid dark- pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Vistula' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Vistula') 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. Its double, dark pink flowers open in late spring to early summer and have a lovely fragrance. A silver edge appears on the petals as the flowers mature. Plants reach about 110 cm (43") tall and stand upright without support.
Pairs well with Balloon flower, Woodland phlox, Sedge, and Grape hyacinth.