Thumbelina peony

Paeonia 'Thumbelina'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantFragrant

USDA zones3 to 8

SunHandles full sun to partial sun

WaterNeeds moderate soil

Sizeup to 16 inches tall

Habit: Compact, rounded bush, short
Bloom season: Spring, summer
Bloom color: Rose-pink
Soil types: Loam

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BorderCottage gardenCut flowerPerennial bedPollinator gardenRock gardenSpecimen

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Notes

'Thumbelina' peony (Paeonia 'Thumbelina') is a perennial for borders, rock gardens, cottage gardens, and cut flowers. 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. Rose-pink, fragrant, single cup blooms with showy stamens cover this compact, rounded bush. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal. Butterflies and bees visit the flowers.

Pairs well with Creeping phlox, Stargazer lily, and Little bluestem.

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