Perennials

Paeonia lactiflora 'Shirley Temple'

Shirley Temple peony

Shirley Temple peony, photo by F.D. Richards

Fragrant, fully double flowers open pink and soften toward creamy white. Dark, divided leaves form a substantial summer mound. Choose a sheltered spot; avoid disturbing established clumps.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun to part shade
Mature size: About 32 in. tall × 20–40 in. wide
Water: Moist but well drained
Hardiness: USDA zones 4–8
Bloom: Pink fading to creamy white; early summer.

Sizes & prices

#3$32.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Drought: Even moisture preferred.
Wet soil: Avoid waterlogging.

Keep in mind: May irritate the skin of dogs and cats; keep pets from handling the plant.

Seasonal interest

Foliage: Deciduous; dies back in winter.
Fragrance: Scented flowers.

Growing & care

Soil: Deep, fertile soil enriched with organic matter.
Maintenance: Remove faded flowers; cut back after foliage dies in fall.

Sources & photo credits

Royal Horticultural Society

Monrovia

Photo: F.D. Richards · CC BY-SA 2.0

Reviewed September 19, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.