Paladin peony

Paeonia 'Paladin'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantFragrant

USDA zones3 to 8

SunHandles full sun to partial sun

WaterNeeds moderate soil

Sizeup to 24 inches tall

Bloom season: Spring, summer
Bloom color: Red
Soil types: Loam

Garden uses

BorderCottage gardenCut flowerPerennial bedPollinator gardenRock gardenSpecimen

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ButterfliesBees

Notes

'Paladin' peony (Paeonia 'Paladin') 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 loosely double, carmine-red flowers are fragrant and attract bees and butterflies. Saunders bred it in 1950. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal.

Pairs well with Halcyon hosta, Standing Ovation little bluestem, and Stargazer lily.

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