Liberator peony

Paeonia 'Liberator'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantFragrant

USDA zones3 to 8

SunHandles full sun to partial sun

WaterNeeds moderate soil

Sizeup to 3 feet tall

Bloom season: Spring, summer
Bloom color: Deep crimson
Soil types: Loam

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BorderCottage gardenCut flowerPerennial bedPollinator gardenRock gardenSpecimen

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Notes

'Liberator' peony (Paeonia 'Liberator') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, cottage gardens, and specimens. 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 fragrant, deep crimson flowers turn somewhat purple with age. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal. Arthur Percy Saunders bred it in 1940.

Pairs well with Curly Fries hosta, Dense blazing star, and Switchgrass.

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