Glory of Somerset peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Glory of Somerset'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Compact, medium, upright
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Light pink, dark purple shading, cream center, pink center
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Glory of Somerset' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Glory of Somerset') 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. Kelway bred it. The large, fragrant flowers open light pink with dark purple shading and a cream center in early summer. The plant stays compact and upright.
Pairs well with Cinnamon fern, Carnaval De Nice tulip, Rose, and Dropmore Scarlet honeysuckle.