Frances Willard peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Frances Willard'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 3 feet tall
- Habit
- Medium
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Blush and cream, carmine-pink flecks, ages to white
- Foliage color
- Dark foliage
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Frances Willard' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Frances Willard') 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 large double blooms open pale pink and age to white with a few faint red lines. They are mildly fragrant and keep their form well. Strong stems hold the flowers up above heavy, dark foliage.
Pairs well with Siberian iris, Smooth aster, and Cheerfulness daffodil.