President Taft peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'President Taft'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 2.5 feet tall
- Habit
- Tall
- Bloom color
- Light pink, silver(y) edges
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'President Taft' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'President Taft') 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 blooms are light pink with silvery edges. Plants stand tall, reaching about 31 inches. Blaauw bred it.
Pairs well with Japanese spirea, Blonde Ambition blue grama, and Little Beauty tulip.