Raoul Dessert peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Raoul Dessert'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Raoul Dessert' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Raoul Dessert') 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 large, double, late spring flowers are shell pink and smell of roses. Plants grow to medium height on erect stems and bloom freely. The foliage looks good all season.
Pairs well with Balloon flower, Sedge, Cheerfulness daffodil, and Blonde Ambition blue grama.