Blanche Cire peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Blanche Cire'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Tall
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Cream
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Blanche Cire' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Blanche Cire') 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. The cream white blooms are fragrant and open early. Auguste Dessert bred it. The flowers last well in a vase, and the stems are reddish green.
Pairs well with Stargazer lily, Garlic chives, and Black chokeberry.