Dorchester peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Dorchester'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Compact, medium, short
- Foliage color
- Dark foliage
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Dorchester' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Dorchester') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, 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 double flowers are flesh colored and fragrant. They sit above dark foliage on a compact plant. John Richardson bred it.
Pairs well with Moonshine yarrow, Prairie dropseed, and African Queen lily.