Duc de Wellington peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Duc de Wellington'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 2.5 feet tall
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Light yellow, white outer petals
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Duc de Wellington' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Duc de Wellington') 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. Calot bred it in 1859. The large, fragrant blooms open in late spring and have white outer petals with a light yellow center.
Pairs well with Japanese spirea, Blue sage, and Royal fern.