Jean E. Bockstoce peony
Paeonia 'Jean E. Bockstoce'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 3 feet tall
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Red
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Jean E. Bockstoce' peony (Paeonia 'Jean E. Bockstoce') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, cottage gardens, and specimen plantings. 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 double red flowers are fragrant and attract butterflies and bees. William S. Bockstoce bred it. Deer and rabbits tend to pass it by.
Pairs well with Fire and Ice hosta, Switchgrass, Queen of Night tulip, and Lilac.