Wenonah peony

Paeonia lactiflora 'Wenonah'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

USDA zones3 to 8

SunHandles full sun to partial sun

WaterNeeds moderate soil

Bloom color: Dark pink
Soil types: Loam

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'Wenonah' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Wenonah') is a perennial for borders, cut flower gardens, 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 large, double flowers are dark pink with white tips and edges. Yellow stamens show throughout the loose blooms. Alonzo B. Franklin bred it.

Pairs well with Incrediball Storm Proof smooth hydrangea, Cheerfulness daffodil, Sedge, and Ostrich fern.

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