Duchesse de Theba peony

Paeonia lactiflora 'Duchesse de Theba'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

Duchesse de Theba peony
Fragrant
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Bloom color
Light pink
Soil types
Loam

Garden uses

BorderCut flowerPerennial bed

Notes

'Duchesse de Theba' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Duchesse de Theba') 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 double, fragrant flowers in light pink that fade to flesh-white. Jacques Foulard bred it, so it makes a fine pick for bouquets.

Pairs well with Rose, Monkshood, and Ostrich fern.