Nivea Plenissima peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Nivea Plenissima'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 3 feet tall
- Habit
- Compact, short, upright
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- White to cream, carmine-red edges
- Foliage color
- Dark foliage
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Nivea Plenissima' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Nivea Plenissima') 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. The fragrant white blooms have crimson splashes on the edges and open in early to mid spring. Dark red stems and white flowers set this peony apart. Lambert Jacob-Makoy bred it in 1840.
Pairs well with Japanese spirea, Sensitive fern, and Picture tulip.