Sea Shell peony
Paeonia 'Sea Shell'
APS Gold Medal 2002
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size3 to 4 feet tall2 to 3 feet wide
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Iridescent shell pink
- Toxicity
- Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Sea Shell' peony (Paeonia 'Sea Shell') 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, iridescent shell pink blooms attract butterflies and bees. Hans Peter Sass bred it. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal.
Pairs well with Fire Island hosta, Clustered bellflower, and Blonde Ambition blue grama.