God Slayer peony

Paeonia 'God Slayer'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantFragrant

USDA zones3 to 8

SunHandles full sun to partial sun

WaterNeeds moderate soil

Size2.5 feet tall

Habit: Upright
Bloom season: Spring, summer
Bloom color: Pink and light pink, cream undertones, lighter edges
Soil types: Loam

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BorderCottage gardenCut flowerPerennial bedPollinator gardenRock gardenSpecimen

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'God Slayer' peony (Paeonia 'God Slayer') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, cottage gardens, and perennial beds. 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. Fragrant, semi-double pink blooms have frilled guard petals and cream undertones, and the upright stems stand without support. Joshua Scholten bred it. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal.

Pairs well with Liberty hosta, Perennial candytuft, Black Parrot tulip, and Sweet pepperbush.

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