Normie peony
Paeonia 'Normie'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 2.5 feet tall
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Red or rose-pink, silver(y) edges
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Normie' peony (Paeonia 'Normie') 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. The fragrant red or rose-pink blooms have silvery edges and attract butterflies and bees. William Henry Krekler bred this early red hybrid. It is not a favorite of deer or rabbits, though hungry ones will eat almost anything.
Pairs well with Abiqua Drinking Gourd hosta, Standing Ovation little bluestem, and Stargazer lily.