Xenia Friend peony

Paeonia 'Xenia Friend'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantFragrant

USDA zones3 to 8

SunHandles full sun to partial sun

WaterNeeds moderate soil

Bloom season: Spring, summer
Bloom color: Deep pink
Soil types: Loam

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BorderCottage gardenCut flowerPerennial bedPollinator gardenRock gardenSpecimen

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ButterfliesBees

Notes

'Xenia Friend' peony (Paeonia 'Xenia Friend') 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, average moisture, and loamy soil. It bears fragrant, deep pink single flowers that draw butterflies and bees. William Henry Krekler bred it. It sits low on the menu for deer and rabbits.

Pairs well with Liberty hosta, Paprika yarrow, Standing Ovation little bluestem, and Stargazer lily.

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