Alertie peony
Paeonia 'Alertie'
USDA zones3 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size2.5 to 3 feet tall
- Habit
- Dark foliage
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Light pink, ages to white
- Foliage color
- Dark foliage
- Toxicity
- Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Alertie' peony (Paeonia 'Alertie') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average moisture. The fragrant flowers open light pink and age to white, and bees and butterflies visit them. It is not a favorite of deer or rabbits, though hungry ones will eat almost anything. George E. Winchell bred it.
Pairs well with Empress Wu hosta, Clustered bellflower, and Blonde Ambition blue grama.