Paeonia lactiflora
Combined with delicate green lady's mantle, I got married with it in the bridal bouquet (and she is also a '75 vintage like me ;-). It changes from pink, pale pink to ivory.
A wonderful peony, it smells wonderful and it's not for nothing that it was the winner of the peony exhibition in the USA. Uncomplicated and undemanding.
Type: shrub
Height: 70 – 80 cm
Color: Pink
Location: Prefers sun, possibly fewer flowers in partial shade
Planting: Spring or fall planting.
Planting distance: approx. 1 m
Flowering: May/June, probably only flowers in the second year.
Number: 1 root
Tip: Do not plant too deep (2.5 to 5 cm below the surface). Peonies do not like to be moved and bloom more profusely when they stay in one place.
Peonies can live to a very old age.
Additional info: Some peonies do not bloom until their second year.