Red Cherub peony

Paeonia 'Red Cherub'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantFragrant

USDA zones3 to 8

SunHandles full sun to partial sun

WaterNeeds moderate soil

Size16 to 17 inches tall

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

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BorderCottage gardenCut flowerPerennial bedPollinator gardenRock gardenSpecimen

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'Red Cherub' peony (Paeonia 'Red Cherub') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, rock gardens, and cottage gardens. 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. Single red blooms open extra early and have soft pink stigmas. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal. Roy G. Klehm bred it.

Pairs well with Fringed bleeding heart, Blue grama, and Black Parrot tulip.

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