Souvenir de Jules Dessert tree peony

Garden uses

Notes

'Souvenir de Jules Dessert' tree peony (Paeonia suffruticosa 'Souvenir de Jules Dessert') is a shrub for borders, perennial beds, and cut flowers. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and loamy soil. The blooms are double. Auguste Dessert bred it in 1908.

Pairs well with Wide Brim hosta, Lungwort, and Sedge.