May Dawn peony
Paeonia 'May Dawn'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Coral-pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'May Dawn' peony (Paeonia 'May Dawn') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, cottage gardens, and pollinator 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. Its fragrant, coral-pink flowers are single and attract butterflies and bees. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal. Lyman D. Glasscock bred it.
Pairs well with Nodding onion, Standing Ovation little bluestem, and Patriot hosta.