Madame D. Tréyéran peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Madame D. Tréyéran'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Compact, medium, upright
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- White, rose-pink shading, deep pink flecks, darker center
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Madame D. Tréyéran' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Madame D. Tréyéran') 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. Its large double flowers open flesh-pink with dark rose flecks that deepen toward the center. They have a sweet fragrance and appear in mid to late spring on good stems. Auguste Dessert bred it.
Pairs well with Columbine, Royal fern, and Smooth hydrangea.