Dress Parade peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Dress Parade'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Red, lighter center
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Dress Parade' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Dress Parade') 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 light red flowers have a Japanese form with a lighter center. It is one of the first Japanese type peonies to bloom. Edward Auten, Jr bred it.
Pairs well with Cheerfulness daffodil, Blonde Ambition blue grama, and Sedge.