Nippon Beauty peony
Paeonia 'Nippon Beauty'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 3.5 feet tall
- Habit
- Tall, upright
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Red
- Toxicity
- Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Nippon Beauty' peony (Paeonia 'Nippon Beauty') 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 and average moisture. Deer and rabbits rarely make it their first choice. Its deep red, fragrant Japanese type flowers have petaloids with yellow-flushed tips, and butterflies and bees visit them. Edward Auten, Jr bred it.
Pairs well with Krossa Regal hosta, Dittany, Blonde Ambition blue grama, and Black Hero tulip.