Yankee Doodle Dandy peony
Paeonia 'Yankee Doodle Dandy'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 2.5 feet tall
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Deep pink, cream undertones
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Yankee Doodle Dandy' peony (Paeonia 'Yankee Doodle Dandy') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, cottage gardens, and specimen planting. 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. The deep pink flowers have cream undertones and a pleasant fragrance, and bees and butterflies visit them. Deer and rabbits rarely make it their first choice. Strong stems hold the blooms above the dark green foliage.
Pairs well with Fire Island hosta, Dittany, Incrediball hydrangea, and Spanish bluebell.