York peony
Paeonia 'York'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Pink, silver(y) outer petals
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'York' peony (Paeonia 'York') 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. The big double blooms are pink with silvery outer petals. They are fragrant and draw butterflies and bees. Deer and rabbits tend to pass it by.
Pairs well with Stained Glass hosta, PowWow White coneflower, Blonde Ambition blue grama, and Carlton daffodil.