Romulus Augustus peony
Paeonia 'Romulus Augustus'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size2.5 feet tall
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Red, white edges
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Romulus Augustus' peony (Paeonia 'Romulus Augustus') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, 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. The fragrant, semi-double red flowers have blurred white edges and attract bees and butterflies. Deer and rabbits tend to pass it by. Plants grow upright to about 28 inches and need no support.
Pairs well with Sedge, Black Hero tulip, and Liberty hosta.