Ingenieur Doriat peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Ingenieur Doriat'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 2.5 feet tall
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom color
- Carmine-red, silver(y) edges, purple shading
- Foliage color
- Dark foliage
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Ingenieur Doriat' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Ingenieur Doriat') is a perennial for borders, perennial beds, and cut flowers. 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 double blooms are carmine red with a broad silvery border and purple shading. Dark foliage sets off the flowers on upright plants that reach 30 inches tall. Edouard Doriat bred it.
Pairs well with Stargazer lily, Hollyhock, and Garlic chives.