Peony 'White Wings'

White Wings is a lactiflora peony introduced by Hoogendoorn in 1949. The American Peony Society records very large, single white flowers up to 12 inches across, dark glossy-green foliage, an approximate mature height of 3 feet, and midseason bloom. [American Peony Society cultivar registry](https://americanpeonysociety.org/cultivars/peony-registry/white-wings/). ## Garden Use and Growing Conditions Its clean white blooms and dark foliage suit a sunny perennial border. Illinois Extension recommends full sun and moist, well-drained soil for peonies. Plant the root crown shallowly, as planting too deeply can prevent flowering, and avoid over-fertilizing. [University of Illinois Extension peony guide](https://extension.illinois.edu/flowers/peony). ## Maintenance Water during establishment and extended dry periods, while ensuring the soil drains well. Remove old foliage in early spring. The cultivar registry gives an approximate height but does not specify mature spread or a plant-specific maintenance schedule.