William Mesman peony

Paeonia lactiflora 'William Mesman'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

William Mesman peony
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Bloom color
White
Soil types
Loam

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'William Mesman' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'William Mesman') 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. Its blooms are white, which makes them easy to pair with other flowers in a bouquet or a mixed planting.

Pairs well with Earth Angel hosta, Indian grass, and Limeglow creeping juniper.