Kisseltoes peony

Paeonia 'Kisseltoes'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

Deer-resistantRabbit-resistant

USDA zones3 to 8

SunHandles full sun to partial sun

WaterNeeds moderate soil

Size16 to 18 inches tall

Bloom season: Spring, summer
Bloom color: Fuchsia
Soil types: Loam

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BorderCottage gardenCut flowerPerennial bedPollinator gardenRock gardenSpecimen

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Notes

'Kisseltoes' peony (Paeonia 'Kisseltoes') 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. Fuchsia single flowers have a double row of guard petals and red stigmas. Deer and rabbits tend to browse other plants first. Roy G. Klehm bred it.

Pairs well with Stained Glass hosta, Maiden pink, and Little bluestem.

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