Eau Meridian peony
Paeonia 'Eau Meridian'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 3 feet tall
- Habit
- Spreading
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Deep pink to red, silver(y) edges, white flares
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Eau Meridian' peony (Paeonia 'Eau Meridian') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, cottage gardens, and specimen use. 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 large dark pink flowers have silver edges and white flares on the guard petals. Bees and butterflies visit the blooms. Deer and rabbits tend to browse other plants first.
Pairs well with Halcyon hosta, Standing Ovation little bluestem, and Queen of Night tulip.