Midway Island peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Midway Island'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Midway Island' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Midway Island') 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. It has a Japanese type flower form with white blooms. Archie M. Brand bred it, and it makes a good cut flower for indoor vases.
Pairs well with Nodding onion, Christmas fern, and Sweet pepperbush.