Do Tell Herbaceous Peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Do Tell'
SKU
05153
Large, mildly fragrant anemone type blossoms have soft pink petals surrounding a deep rose and yellow fringed center. Each spring, deep emerald green foliage emerges, remaining attractive throughout summer and fall. This mid to late season bloomer is lovely massed in borders. Excellent cut flower. Herbaceous perennial.
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Filtered sun, Full sun, Partial shade, Partial sun
Water regularly - when the top 3 in. of soil is dry.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | pay-OHN-ee-uh lak-tee-FLOR-uh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Reaches 30 to 36 in. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Cottage |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Mass Planting, Specimen, Woodland Garden, Cutting Garden |
| Light Needs | Filtered sun, Full sun, Partial shade, Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | Flower & Rose Food |
| Special Feature | Attracts Butterflies, Clump Forming, Easy Care, Extreme Cold Hardiness, Gift Plant, Fast Growing |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly - when the top 3 in. of soil is dry. |
Prefers moist, fertile, well-drained soil. Add compost as needed before planting. Water regularly during first growing season to establish deep, extensive root system. Remove spent flowers after bloom. Cut foliage to the ground in fall after frost. Plants are long-lived; they do not need to be divided and can be left undisturbed for years.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 3 - 8
Your climate may be too cold for this plant