White Filiform peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'White Filiform'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'White Filiform' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'White Filiform') 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 a Japanese type form. The outer petals, called guards, start light pink and fade to white. Wettengel bred it.
Pairs well with Dancing Queen hosta, Prairie dropseed, and Stella de Oro daylily.