Therese Bleau peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Therese Bleau'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Therese Bleau' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Therese Bleau') 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 anemone-form blooms have two rows of lavender pink guard petals around a white center. Each stem carries about three flowers, and each flower measures 6 inches (15 cm) across. The plant reaches 36 inches (91 cm) tall and needs no support.
Pairs well with Guacamole hosta, Sweet pepperbush, Nodding onion, and Christmas fern.