Paeonia lactiflora 'Do Tell'

Paeonia lactiflora 'Do Tell' is a special and award-winning peony loved for its elegant Japanese flower shape and refined play of color. This striking cultivar blooms in mid-season and brings an airy, natural look to any garden. The flowers combine soft orchid- to shell-pink petals with a striking heart of dark pinkish-red staminodi and golden-yellow accents. This makes 'Do Tell' a true eye-catcher that distinguishes itself from more traditional, double peonies.

The Japanese flower shape gives this peony a graceful and open appearance. The broad outer petals frame a decorative heart of dark pink to reddish staminodi, creating a beautiful color contrast and a vibrant look. Furthermore, the open flower structure makes the flowers attractive to bees and other pollinating insects, making Paeonia lactiflora 'Do Tell' not only a graceful but also a valuable plant for a biodiversity-friendly garden.

An additional characteristic of this cultivar is the particularly dark, deeply incised foliage. The dark green foliage forms a stunning backdrop for the soft flower colors and remains decorative even after flowering. As a result, the plant retains high ornamental value throughout the entire growing season and provides structure in the border.

Paeonia lactiflora 'Do Tell' grows best in a sunny to lightly shaded location in well-drained, humus-rich soil. This hardy perennial is low-maintenance and can continue growing in the same spot for decades. Additionally, this cultivar is suitable for warmer climate zones, making it an excellent choice for a variety of garden conditions.

Thanks to its elegant appearance, 'Do Tell' combines beautifully with salvia, lady's mantle, catnip, ornamental grasses, and other peonies in white or dark pink shades. It also attracts plenty of attention as a solitary plant thanks to its unique flower shape and subtle colors.

With its refined Japanese flowers, dark pink center, striking dark green foliage, and excellent garden performance, Paeonia lactiflora 'Do Tell' is a special peony that makes a stylish and colorful addition to any garden for years to come.