Alpha peony

Paeonia 'Alpha'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantFragrant

USDA zones3 to 8

SunHandles full sun to partial sun

WaterNeeds moderate soil

Bloom season: Spring, summer
Bloom color: White, light pink shading
Soil types: Loam

Garden uses

BorderCottage gardenCut flowerPerennial bedPollinator gardenRock gardenSpecimen

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ButterfliesBees

Notes

'Alpha' peony (Paeonia 'Alpha') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, cottage gardens, and perennial beds. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and loamy soil. The fragrant white flowers shade to light pink and attract butterflies and bees. Georg Arends bred it. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal.

Pairs well with Spiked speedwell, Switchgrass, and Bobo hydrangea.

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