Mrs. J.V. Edlund peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. J.V. Edlund'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Pure white
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Mrs. J.V. Edlund' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. J.V. Edlund') 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. Tall, stiff stems carry large, fragrant, pure white flowers with waxy, broad petals. They open in late spring to early summer, and the foliage is dark green.
Pairs well with Carnaval De Nice tulip, Cinnamon fern, and Spanish bluebell.