Idelette peony
Paeonia 'Idelette'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Short
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Medium pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Idelette' peony (Paeonia 'Idelette') is a perennial for borders, cottage gardens, cut flowers, 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. The fragrant, medium pink flowers have yellow filaments and attract butterflies and bees. It is not a favorite of deer or rabbits, though hungry ones will eat almost anything. Prof. Harald Fawkner bred it.
Pairs well with Earth Angel hosta, Nodding onion, and Limelight hydrangea.