Belinda peony

Paeonia 'Belinda'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

Belinda peony
Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantFragrant
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Bloom season
Spring, summer
Soil types
Loam

Garden uses

BorderCottage gardenCut flowerPerennial bedPollinator gardenRock gardenSpecimen

Attracts

ButterfliesBees

Notes

'Belinda' peony (Paeonia 'Belinda') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, pollinator gardens, and cottage gardens. 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. Deer and rabbits tend to pass it by. The fragrant, pale silvery mauve flowers attract butterflies and bees. Arthur Percy Saunders bred it.

Pairs well with Spiked speedwell, Limelight hydrangea, and Standing Ovation little bluestem.