Cherry Hill peony

Paeonia 'Cherry Hill'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

Cherry Hill peony
Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantFragrant
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size3 feet tall
Bloom season
Spring, summer
Bloom color
Deep garnet red
Toxicity
Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats

Garden uses

BorderCottage gardenCut flowerPerennial bedPollinator gardenRock gardenSpecimen

Attracts

ButterfliesBees

Notes

'Cherry Hill' peony (Paeonia 'Cherry Hill') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, cottage gardens, and specimen plantings. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average moisture. The double, fragrant flowers are deep garnet red, and they keep well when cut. It is not a favorite of deer or rabbits, though hungry ones will eat almost anything. George C. Thurlow bred it.

Pairs well with Royal Standard hosta, Dittany, and Blonde Ambition blue grama.