My Dream peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'My Dream'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 2.5 feet tall
- Bloom color
- Dark red, cream center
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'My Dream' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'My Dream') 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. The Japanese type flowers are deep wine red with a cream center. It grows about 28 inches tall.
Pairs well with False Solomon's seal, Cheerfulness daffodil, Ageratum, and Ostrich fern.