Lady of the Snows peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Lady of the Snows'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 2.5 feet tall
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- White
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Lady of the Snows' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Lady of the Snows') 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 white flowers have a yellow collar and tall white guard petals. They are fragrant and open in early summer. Dr. Frederick G. Brethour bred it.
Pairs well with Spotted dead nettle, Royal fern, and Japanese spirea.