Pink Pompon peony

Paeonia 'Pink Pompon'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

Pink Pompon peony
Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantFragrant
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Bloom season
Spring, summer
Soil types
Loam

Garden uses

BorderCottage gardenCut flowerPerennial bedPollinator gardenRock gardenSpecimen

Attracts

ButterfliesBees

Notes

'Pink Pompon' peony (Paeonia 'Pink Pompon') 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. It bears full double, clear pink flowers that are fragrant and sit on good stems. Mrs. Mary E.G. Freeborn bred it. It sits low on the menu for deer and rabbits.

Pairs well with Fire and Ice hosta, Nodding onion, Standing Ovation little bluestem, and Polish Spirit clematis.