Yang Wang Xing Kong peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Yang Wang Xing Kong'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Yang Wang Xing Kong' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Yang Wang Xing Kong') 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 blooms in late spring with fragrant pink flowers shaped like bombs. The upright stems grow to 29 inches (73 cm) and hold up the blooms without support.
Pairs well with Coralbells, Royal fern, and Spanish bluebell.