Peony 'Immaculee'

‘Immaculee’ is a lactiflora peony introduced by van der Valk / van der Zwet in 1953. The American Peony Society describes its fragrant flowers as pristine white and full-bomb in form, though individual blooms can vary from a well-filled bomb to anemone form; the guard petals are often blush-tinted as they open. [American Peony Society cultivar registry](https://americanpeonysociety.org/cultivars/peony-registry/immaculee/). ## Garden Use and Growing Conditions The white, scented flowers make a bright focal point in a sunny perennial bed. Illinois Extension recommends full sun and moist, well-drained soil for peonies. Plant the root crown shallowly and avoid excessive fertilizer, since deep planting and overfeeding can reduce flowering. [University of Illinois Extension peony guide](https://extension.illinois.edu/flowers/peony). ## Maintenance Water during establishment and extended dry periods while allowing excess water to drain. Remove old foliage in early spring and avoid covering the crown deeply with soil or mulch. The exact cultivar registry does not give a numeric mature width or plant-specific maintenance schedule.