Illini Jubilee peony
Paeonia 'Illini Jubilee'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Red
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Illini Jubilee' peony (Paeonia 'Illini Jubilee') 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. It has large, fragrant, single red flowers that bloom in spring. Butterflies and bees visit the blooms. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal.
Pairs well with Rainforest Sunrise hosta, Blue grama, and Black Hero tulip.