Lactea tree peony
Paeonia suffruticosa 'Lactea'
APS Registry
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Short
- Bloom color
- White, purple flares
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Lactea' tree peony (Paeonia suffruticosa 'Lactea') is a shrub for borders, perennial beds, and cut flowers. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and loamy soil. It stays short, so it fits well near the front of a border. The white blooms carry purple flares at the center and make a bold show in a vase. M. David bred it.
Pairs well with Korean spice viburnum, Cinnamon fern, Blue fescue, and Carnaval De Nice tulip.