Dorothea peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Dorothea'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Cerise
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Dorothea' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Dorothea') 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 cerise and open in mid spring. Arthur L. Murawska bred it in 1946.
Pairs well with Prairie dropseed, Grape hyacinth, and Sedge.