Professor Budd peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Professor Budd'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Light purple, light yellow center, crimson streaks, stripes, flecks
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Professor Budd' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Professor Budd') 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 flowers are light purple with a light yellow center and crimson streaks, stripes, and flecks. H.A. Terry bred it.
Pairs well with Phantom panicle hydrangea, Sedge, and Grape hyacinth.