Northwest Blooms · Perennials
Paeonia lactiflora 'Coral Charm'
Coral Charm Peony
- Family
- Paeoniaceae
- Height
- 24 to 36 inches
- Width
- 24 to 36 inches
- Flower color
- Coral pink, fading to peachy-pink
- Foliage color
- Deep green, glossy
- Bloom time
- Late spring to early summer
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Maintenance
- Low; deadhead spent blooms
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 3 to 8
- Wildlife
- Attracts bees and butterflies
About this plant
Paeonia lactiflora 'Coral Charm' is an elegant peony variety celebrated for its large, semi-double blooms in a unique coral-pink hue. Flowering in late spring to early summer, the blossoms open in a vibrant coral shade and gradually fade to a softer peachy-pink as they mature. The flowers feature a prominent yellow center that adds contrast and brightness to the lush, ruffled petals.
Originating from hybridization efforts aimed at creating more diverse peony colors, 'Coral Charm' is highly regarded for its striking, warm-toned blooms and reliable performance in the garden. Its long-lasting flowers make it a favorite for cut arrangements, and its bold color makes a statement in borders, cottage gardens, and perennial beds.
Works well in
Borders · Cottage Gardens · Pollinator Gardens · Cut Flower Gardens
Companion plants
Columbines · Lungworts · Daylilies · Japanese anemones · Bleeding hearts · Catmint
Design tip
Summer flowers carry the middle of the season, so place it where the bed needs color once spring bulbs fade. Because it is easy about light, use it to carry a planting from a sunny end of the bed into the shadier side.
Where to see it
This plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
