Nymphaea tree peony
Paeonia suffruticosa 'Nymphaea'
APS Registry
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Medium
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Creamy white
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Nymphaea' tree peony (Paeonia suffruticosa 'Nymphaea') is a shrub for borders, cut flowers, and perennial beds. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and loamy soil. The creamy white blooms open in early summer and are fragrant. George C. Thurlow bred it.
Pairs well with Autumn Frost hosta, Weigela, Greig's tulip, and Sedge.