Pietertje Vriend Wagenaar peony

Paeonia 'Pietertje Vriend Wagenaar'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Gold Medal 2018; APS Registry

Pietertje Vriend Wagenaar peony
Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantFragrant
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Habit
Dark foliage
Bloom season
Spring, summer
Bloom color
Rose-pink,
Foliage color
Dark foliage
Toxicity
Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats

Garden uses

BorderCottage gardenCut flowerPerennial bedPollinator gardenRock gardenSpecimen

Attracts

ButterfliesBees

Notes

'Pietertje Vriend Wagenaar' peony (Paeonia 'Pietertje Vriend Wagenaar') 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 and average moisture. The fragrant, speckled, rose-pink blooms attract butterflies and bees. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal. The plant is toxic to dogs and cats.

Pairs well with White Feather hosta, Moonshine yarrow, and Blonde Ambition blue grama.