Paeonia lactiflora Do Tell
Paeonia lactiflora Do Tell
Paeonia lactiflora Do Tell
Paeonia lactiflora Do Tell
Paeonia lactiflora Do Tell
Paeonia x lactiflora Do Tell
Pivoine de Chine, Pivoine herbacée.
Received today (2 May) with other plants. Bare roots. All shoots rotten. Quality control issue at dispatch?!
Alexandre, 02/05/2025
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Description
The Do Tell Peony is an herbaceous perennial of Japanese form. Its upright stems are spotted with red. It has magnificent flowering in April, composed of elegant large single flowers. It is a particularly floriferous variety and has a pleasant fragrance. The petals are a pale pink and surround lilac pink petaloids (long stamens). They turn white towards the end of flowering. The flowers measure 7 to 10 cm (3 to 4in) in diameter. They are solitary.
The foliage of the Paeonia is deciduous. The leaves are dark green on top and paler, slightly furry, on the underside. They are composed of nine elliptical leaflets and have a rough edge. At maturity, the Peony reaches a height of 80 cm (32in).
Originating from China, it is a very hardy perennial. It is used in gardens in borders, beds, or as a standalone plant. It pairs well with other perennials and also in flowerbeds with grasses. They make excellent cut flowers. The Paeonia Do Tell was created in 1946. This variety was featured on the cover of the book "Peonies" by Rock Giguère and in the inner plate of the book by Jean-Luc Rivière with the same title. Herbaceous peonies remind us of the scent and beauty of our grandparents' gardens, where they were often present.
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Paeonia
x lactiflora
Do Tell
Ranunculaceae
Pivoine de Chine, Pivoine herbacée.
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Place the Do Tell Peony mainly in the sun. In southern regions you should provide partial shade, protecting it during the hottest hours of the day. Plant from September to May, except during freezing periods, in fertile and deep, humus-bearing soil that is moist but well-drained, to prevent the roots from rotting. Easy to grow, peonies require little maintenance. During planting, dig a large hole measuring 40 to 50 cm (16 to 20in) on each side and add potting soil, river sand, and peat. Place the collar at ground level. Do not overcrowd the plants to ensure proper air circulation. Keep the soil moist throughout the growing season with regular watering. Peonies are known to be homebodies, so you shouldn't move them after planting. (If you do they have to be divided, otherwise they won't flower for several years). From February to April or October to November, cut the foliage to ground level, taking care with the young shoots. Provide a stake to support the floral stems, and remove faded flowers during the season. Protect peonies from viruses, nematodes, and thrips larvae. Armillaria (honey fungus) can cause rapid plant death, and stem rot destroys shoots and flower buds.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a (East Coast and Midlands: Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Portlaoise). It will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the north-west (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal, Westport), delay planting by 1 to 2 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 1 to 2 weeks in autumn compared to the dates given, preferably choosing periods without strong winds.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (Wicklow Mountains, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Connemara, Killarney), it is best to plant in spring (April–May) or autumn (September–October), avoiding periods of waterlogged soil in winter and strong winds, which pose the main risk to newly planted trees in these areas.
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a, such as the East Coast and Midlands, including Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny and Portlaoise.
This will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the northwest (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal and Westport), it will be delayed by one to two weeks compared to the given dates, due to stronger Atlantic winds and less spring sunshine.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (the Wicklow Mountains, the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Connemara and Killarney), flowering will be delayed by two to three weeks. Flowering mainly occurs between May and July, with the limiting factors being less frost and more of the excessive humidity, strong winds and lack of sunshine that are characteristic of these areas.