Florence Nightingale peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Florence Nightingale'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- White
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Florence Nightingale' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Florence Nightingale') 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 flowers are pure white with a slight red marking. It grows to a medium height. It often fails to perform, so give it a good site and be patient.
Pairs well with Aromatic aster, Western sword fern, and Japanese spirea.