Independence Day peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Independence Day'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 3 feet tall
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- White or light pink, fuchsia / magenta stripes
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Independence Day' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Independence Day') 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 double flowers open in late spring to early summer with cherry outer petals streaked white and mostly white inner petals. Each stem holds one 6 inch bloom well above the foliage, so the plant needs no support. Tim Kornder bred it.
Pairs well with Nepeta, Incrediball Storm Proof smooth hydrangea, Blue sage, and Black Hero tulip.