Strawberry Blonde peony
Paeonia 'Strawberry Blonde'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 2.5 feet tall
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Light yellow, mauve shading, light pink highlights
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Strawberry Blonde' peony (Paeonia 'Strawberry Blonde') 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. Many side buds extend the bloom for up to 2½ weeks, and the light yellow flowers have a mild, pleasant fragrance. Deer and rabbits rarely make it their first choice. The dark green leaves turn red in fall.
Pairs well with Hosta, Prairie dropseed, and Queen of Night tulip.