Atlanta peony

Paeonia lactiflora 'Atlanta'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

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

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'Atlanta' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Atlanta') 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 bears huge single white blooms. Alonzo B. Franklin bred it, and it was introduced in 2009.

Pairs well with Earth Angel hosta, Prairie Sun rudbeckia, Black Hero tulip, and Sedge.