Lucienne peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Lucienne'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Tall
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- White, violet-red shading
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Lucienne' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Lucienne') is a perennial for borders, cut flower gardens, 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 single blooms open in mid to late spring in white with violet-red shading. Auguste Dessert bred it in 1908.
Pairs well with Sedge, Ostrich fern, Picture tulip, and Pearly everlasting.