Maxima plena tree peony
Paeonia suffruticosa 'Maxima plena'
APS Registry
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- White or lilac, silver(y) shading
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Maxima plena' tree peony (Paeonia suffruticosa 'Maxima plena') is a shrub for borders, cut flowers, and perennial beds. 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. The flowers are white or lilac with silvery shading. Cut stems make a fine indoor bouquet.
Pairs well with First Frost hosta, Japanese spirea, and Cinnamon fern.