Blanche Dessert peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Blanche Dessert'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Medium
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Light pink or violet-red, silver(y) shading
- Foliage color
- Dark foliage
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Blanche Dessert' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Blanche Dessert') is a perennial for borders 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. The light pink to violet-red blooms open in early to mid spring and are fragrant. Auguste Dessert bred it in 1888. The stems are weak, so you may want to give it support.
Pairs well with Dog's tooth violet, Garlic chives, and Kentucky bluegrass.