Flag of Truce peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Flag of Truce'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Compact, medium, upright
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- White, lilac shading
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Flag of Truce' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Flag of Truce') 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. Kelway bred it. The single, fragrant flowers are white with lilac shading and open in early to mid spring. The compact, upright plants bloom freely.
Pairs well with Rainbow's End hosta, Incrediball hydrangea, Switchgrass, and Grape hyacinth.