Byzantium peony
Paeonia 'Byzantium'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size3 feet tall
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Light pink, cream edges, peach shading, ages to lighter
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Byzantium' peony (Paeonia 'Byzantium') 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. The fragrant, semi-double flowers open light pink with peach shading and cream near the petal edges. It sits low on the menu for deer and rabbits. Plants stand about 36 inches tall and need no support.
Pairs well with Stained Glass hosta, Standing Ovation little bluestem, Queen of Night tulip, and Miss Kim lilac.