Dorena peony

Paeonia 'Dorena'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantFragrant

USDA zones3 to 8

SunHandles full sun to partial sun

WaterNeeds moderate soil

Bloom season: Spring, summer
Soil types: Loam

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BorderCottage gardenCut flowerPerennial bedPollinator gardenRock gardenSpecimen

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ButterfliesBees

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'Dorena' peony (Paeonia 'Dorena') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, cottage gardens, and specimen planting. 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. Deer and rabbits rarely make it their first choice. It bears double, deep pink blooms that are fragrant, and bees and butterflies visit them. William Henry Krekler bred it.

Pairs well with Blue Mouse Ears hosta, Creeping phlox, and Little bluestem.

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