Burst of Joy peony
Paeonia 'Burst of Joy'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Red
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Burst of Joy' peony (Paeonia 'Burst of Joy') 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. It bears fragrant red single blooms that attract butterflies and bees. Edward Auten, Jr bred it, and it blooms early. It sits low on the menu for deer and rabbits.
Pairs well with Praying Hands hosta, Pale purple coneflower, Annabelle hydrangea, and Blonde Ambition blue grama.