Queen of May peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Queen of May'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Spreading
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- French white or blush
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Queen of May' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Queen of May') 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. Kelway bred it. The fragrant single flowers open French white or blush in mid to late spring. The plant is large and spreading, so give it room.
Pairs well with Maltese cross, Phantom panicle hydrangea, Sedge, and Black Hero tulip.