Paeonia lactiflora 'Bowl of Cream'

Paeonia lactiflora 'Bowl of Cream' is one of the most impressive white-flowering peonies and is renowned worldwide for its enormous, double flowers and vigorous growth. This classic cultivar blooms in the mid-season and produces spectacular, creamy white flowers that lend an elegant and luxurious appearance to any garden. Thanks to its exceptional beauty, 'Bowl of Cream' was awarded the prestigious APS Gold Medal in 1981, an award granted exclusively to peonies of outstanding garden performance and ornamental value.

The impressive, fully double flowers are among the largest in the Paeonia lactiflora range. The soft creamy white petals form a full, round flower that contrasts beautifully with the deep dark green foliage. This combination creates a stylish contrast and makes 'Bowl of Cream' a real eye-catcher in borders, cottage gardens, and exclusive garden designs.

Despite the enormous flowers, this cultivar possesses strong, sturdy stems that provide excellent support. As a result, the flowers remain beautifully upright, and support is usually not necessary. Paeonia lactiflora 'Bowl of Cream' is also particularly popular as a cut flower. The large flowers open beautifully in the vase and give bouquets a luxurious, romantic look.

This hardy perennial grows best in a sunny to lightly shaded location in well-drained, humus-rich soil. Once well established, 'Bowl of Cream' is particularly low-maintenance and can continue growing in the same spot for decades. Every spring, the plant develops further into a richly flowering clump that produces an increasing number of flowers.

Thanks to its soft cream color, this peony combines perfectly with blue salvias, purple delphiniums, lady's mantle, ornamental grasses, and pink or dark red peonies. This creates a harmonious ensemble in which the large flowers come fully into their own.

With its impressive flower size, strong stems, elegant creamy white flowers, and award-winning quality, Paeonia lactiflora 'Bowl of Cream' is an excellent choice for any garden enthusiast looking for an exclusive and reliable peony with a long lifespan.