Mrs. Frank Beach peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. Frank Beach'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Creamy white
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Mrs. Frank Beach' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Mrs. Frank Beach') is a perennial for borders, cut flower gardens, 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. Large, double, creamy white flowers open in late spring. The stems are strong, and the plant stays rather dwarf.
Pairs well with Balloon flower, Wild ginger, and Western sword fern.