Madame de Vernéville peony

Paeonia lactiflora 'Madame de Vernéville'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

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Madame de Vernéville peony
Fragrant
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Bloom season
Spring
Soil types
Loam

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'Madame de Vernéville' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Madame de Vernéville') 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 open in early to mid spring and have a sweet, rose-like fragrance. Crimson marks often show on the center petals. It makes a good cut flower and does best in cooler climates.

Pairs well with Goldsturm black-eyed Susan, Spanish bluebell, and Royal fern.