Rose Marie peony

Paeonia 'Rose Marie'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantFragrant

USDA zones3 to 8

SunHandles full sun to partial sun

WaterNeeds moderate soil

Size2 feet tall

Bloom season: Spring, summer
Bloom color: Dark red
Soil types: Loam

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BorderCottage gardenCut flowerPerennial bedPollinator gardenRock gardenSpecimen

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ButterfliesBees

Notes

'Rose Marie' peony (Paeonia 'Rose Marie') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, cottage gardens, and specimen use. 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. Its fragrant, double, dark red blooms look like roses, do not fade, and attract butterflies and bees. Deer and rabbits rarely make it their first choice. Edward Auten, Jr bred it.

Pairs well with Abiqua Drinking Gourd hosta, Prairie dropseed, and Queen of Night tulip.

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