Walla Walla peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Walla Walla'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 3 feet tall
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- White, light yellow undertones
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Walla Walla' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Walla Walla') 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 fully double white flowers have a pale yellow glow in the center and a strong fragrance. They open in late spring on upright stems that reach about 35 inches and need no support. McCrae bred it from a seedling of 'Lake' o' 'Silver'.
Pairs well with Rainbow's End hosta, Royal fern, Miss Kim lilac, and Spanish bluebell.