Irma Urban peony
Paeonia 'Irma Urban'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Irma Urban' peony (Paeonia 'Irma Urban') 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. The single, rose-pink flowers are fragrant and open at midseason, and bees and butterflies visit them. It is not a favorite of deer or rabbits, though hungry ones will eat almost anything. Gilbert S. Richmond bred it.
Pairs well with Patriot hosta, Limelight hydrangea, Nodding onion, and Standing Ovation little bluestem.