Crimson Bomb peony
Paeonia 'Crimson Bomb'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Crimson Bomb' peony (Paeonia 'Crimson Bomb') 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, average moisture, and loamy soil. The fragrant double flowers open slowly to a deep crimson bomb that holds its color for a long time. Deer and rabbits tend to pass it by. Mrs. Mary E.G. Freeborn bred it.
Pairs well with Dense blazing star, Patriot hosta, Standing Ovation little bluestem, and Nodding onion.