General Gorgas peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'General Gorgas'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Loose white
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'General Gorgas' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'General Gorgas') 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, semi-double flowers open in mid to late spring and early summer. Loose white petals shade to rose-pink at the center, and the fragrance is pleasing. L. Van Leeuwen & Son bred it.
Pairs well with Compass plant, Blonde Ambition blue grama, Sensitive fern, and Cheerfulness daffodil.