Lucilla peony
Paeonia 'Lucilla'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size3 feet tall
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Cream-white
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Lucilla' peony (Paeonia 'Lucilla') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, cottage 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 ruffled, cream-white semi-double flowers are fragrant, and upright plants need no support. Deer and rabbits rarely make it their first choice. Bees and butterflies visit the blooms.
Pairs well with Krossa Regal hosta, Nodding onion, and Switchgrass.