Black Swan peony
Paeonia 'Black Swan'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 2.5 feet tall
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Dark brown
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Black Swan' peony (Paeonia 'Black Swan') 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. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal. The full double blooms are deep maroon black and fragrant, and strong stems hold them up. Arthur L. Murawska bred it.
Pairs well with Royal Standard hosta, Blonde Ambition blue grama, and Carlton daffodil.