Diana Parks peony

Paeonia 'Diana Parks'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

Diana Parks peony
Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantFragrant
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size2.5 to 3.5 feet tall
Bloom season
Spring, summer
Bloom color
Red
Toxicity
Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats

Garden uses

BorderCottage gardenCut flowerPerennial bedPollinator gardenRock gardenSpecimen

Attracts

ButterfliesBees

Notes

'Diana Parks' peony (Paeonia 'Diana Parks') 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 fragrant, carmine red blooms look like full roses and attract butterflies and bees. Deer and rabbits rarely make it their first choice. William S. Bockstoce bred it.

Pairs well with Stella de Oro daylily, Blonde Ambition blue grama, and Sensation lilac.