Keepsake peony
Paeonia 'Keepsake'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 2.5 feet tall
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Orange-red
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Keepsake' peony (Paeonia 'Keepsake') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, cottage gardens, and specimen use. 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. Its fragrant, single, orange-red flowers have red filaments and attract butterflies and bees. It is not a favorite of deer or rabbits, though hungry ones will eat almost anything. Edward Auten, Jr bred it.
Pairs well with Spiked speedwell, Guacamole hosta, and Blue grama.