Duchess of Bedford peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Duchess of Bedford'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Duchess of Bedford' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Duchess of Bedford') 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. It bears pink blooms that look lovely in a vase indoors or along a sunny garden edge. Kelway bred it, and the plant returns each year to fill the bed with color.
Pairs well with Fire Island hosta, False Solomon's seal, Carnaval De Nice tulip, and Standing Ovation little bluestem.