Sitka peony
Paeonia 'Sitka'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Sitka' peony (Paeonia 'Sitka') 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. Auten bred it in 1945. It sits low on the menu for deer and rabbits. Pure white outer petals surround broad, rich yellow petaloids on fragrant blooms.
Pairs well with Stained Glass hosta, Blue grama, and Nodding onion.