Little Rhyme peony
Paeonia 'Little Rhyme'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 18 inches tall
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Red, yellow center
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Little Rhyme' peony (Paeonia 'Little Rhyme') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, rock gardens, and cottage gardens. 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. It stays 18 inches tall and bears fragrant, medium red blooms with yellow centers. It sits low on the menu for deer and rabbits. Bees and butterflies visit the flowers.
Pairs well with Earth Angel hosta, Sedge, and Queen of Night tulip.