Whiskers peony

Paeonia lactiflora 'Whiskers'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

Whiskers peony
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Bloom color
Red
Soil types
Loam

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'Whiskers' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Whiskers') 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 flowers have a Japanese form with red petals and a bicolor plume at the center. R.H. Jones bred it, though no year is given here.

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