White Charm peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'White Charm'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 2.5 feet tall
- Bloom color
- Cream, light pink outer petals
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'White Charm' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'White Charm') 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 have cream centers and light pink outer petals. Cut the stems in bud and the outer petals stay light pink. Lyman D. Glasscock bred it in 1964.
Pairs well with Siberian iris, Invincibelle Ruby smooth hydrangea, Sensitive fern, and Spanish bluebell.