Princesse de Metternich tree peony

Paeonia suffruticosa 'Princesse de Metternich'

ShrubPaeoniaceae

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Princesse de Metternich tree peony
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Bloom color
White, light pink undertones
Soil types
Loam

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'Princesse de Metternich' tree peony (Paeonia suffruticosa 'Princesse de Metternich') 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 blooms are white with light pink undertones. They make a lovely cut flower for a vase indoors.

Pairs well with Standing Ovation little bluestem, Pink Impression tulip, and White spruce.