Dakota peony
Paeonia 'Dakota'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 3 feet tall
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Scarlet and orange-red
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Dakota' peony (Paeonia 'Dakota') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, cottage gardens, 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. Its fragrant, scarlet and orange-red flowers have a prominent yellow center and draw butterflies and bees. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal. Edward Auten, Jr bred it.
Pairs well with June hosta, Coralbells, and Little bluestem.