Anthem peony

Paeonia 'Anthem'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

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Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantFragrant

USDA zones3 to 8

SunHandles full sun to partial sun

WaterNeeds moderate soil

Bloom season: Spring, summer
Soil types: Loam

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BorderCottage gardenCut flowerPerennial bedPollinator gardenRock gardenSpecimen

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'Anthem' peony (Paeonia 'Anthem') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, cottage gardens, and specimen planting. 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. Tall stems carry fragrant, pale lavender pink flowers 9 inches across with yellow and lavender centers. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal. Professor Arthur Percy Saunders bred it from a seedling of 'Chalice'.

Pairs well with Curly Fries hosta, Annabelle hydrangea, Standing Ovation little bluestem, and Cheerfulness daffodil.

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