Sunset and Rainbows peony
Paeonia 'Sunset and Rainbows'
USDA zones3 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size2 to 4 feet tall2 to 3 feet wide
- Habit
- Medium
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Salmon-pink, cream undertones, light yellow undertones, dark red flares, ages to seashell-pink
- Foliage color
- Dark foliage
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Sunset and Rainbows' peony (Paeonia 'Sunset and Rainbows') 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 and average moisture. This Itoh peony has semi double blooms that open salmon-pink with red flares and age to seashell-pink. A mature plant can have over 50 blooms. Deer and rabbits rarely make it their first choice.
Pairs well with Dancing Queen hosta, White Swan coneflower, and Black Hero tulip.