Old Hundredth peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Old Hundredth'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Tall
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Cream
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Old Hundredth' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Old Hundredth') 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. Its full double blooms are a rich creamy white and open in late spring. The plants grow tall and bloom late, so you may want to stake them. Edward Auten, Jr bred it.
Pairs well with Incrediball hydrangea, Sensitive fern, and Blonde Ambition blue grama.