Paeonia lactiflora 'Monsieur Martin Cahuzac' (Peony)

Paeonia lactiflora ‘Monsieur Martin Cahuzac’
(Peony — Dessert, 1899)

A dramatic heirloom introduction from 1899, ‘Monsieur Martin Cahuzac’ stands out with its rich maroon-crimson blooms that shimmer with a silky, almost black luster. A strong, upright grower with early midseason blooms, it lends a bold and elegant presence to the perennial border.

Bloom: Double, maroon-crimson with black luster
Fragrance: Not fragrant
Season: Early midseason
Height: 30"
Zones: 3–9
Light: Full sun to part sun

Historic 19th-century heirloom
Vigorous and upright grower with striking color depth