Mireille peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Mireille'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 3 feet tall
- Habit
- Tall
- Bloom color
- White
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Mireille' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Mireille') 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 bears double white blooms on tall plants that reach about 35 inches. François-Félix Crousse bred it.
Pairs well with Shrub rose, Tall fescue, Carnaval De Nice tulip, and Cinnamon fern.