Sorbet Peony

Description

Full sun, partial shade, deer and rabbit resistant, attracts butterflies, cut flowers, zone 3

Paeonia lactiflora ‘Sorbet’

Pot size #1

A peony that is incredibly beautiful. It is a Chinese variety. The blossom is large and shaped like an Anemone. This peony is packed with multiple layers of pink and creamy-white petals that are frilly. The Sorbet Peony is fragrant and will sit on strong stems. It will bloom in late spring – early summer, and is a midseason peony. Will get to a height of 80 – 90 cm, and 60 – 90 cm in spread.

Peonies are virtually pest free. Very useful and adaptable in the garden. Perfect to use a specimen plant, borders, ned, city gardens , or cottage gardens. Plant your peony away from trees and shrubs so that they don’t compete for food and moisture. Low maintenance. Best time to plant peonies is in early fall.

Prefers soil that is chalk, clay, loam, or sandy. Enjoys full sun or partial shade in rich, fertile, and well-drained soils. Provide a sheltered location. Staking may be required as the large Peony flowers tend to arch toward the ground and may be driven to the ground by heavy rain. Low maintenance but remove spent flowers and cut back plants after the foliage has died down in Fall. They are virtually carefree once established.