Plants in family paeoniaceae
Paeonia 'Kopper Kettle'
Paeonia 'Kopper Kettle' is an intersectional peony known for its large, double, coppery-orange blooms that appear in late spring. This hybrid peony, a cross between herbaceous and tree peonies, is deer-resistant and dies back to the ground in winter. It is suitable for USDA zones 4a to 8b and attracts butterflies, making it a beautiful addition to sunny gardens.
Paeonia 'First Arrival'
Paeonia 'First Arrival' is an Itoh Peony hybrid with vivid magenta-purple blooms and yellow centers. It features heavily dissected foliage and stout stems, attracting pollinators with its nectar-rich blossoms. This long-lived plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires moderate moisture and well-drained soil.
Paeonia suffruticosa 'Shimanishiki'
Paeonia suffruticosa 'Shimanishiki' is a rare tree peony from Japan, known for its large double red and white flowers in late spring. It can reach 6 feet in height and requires good drainage and light shade in hot climates.
Paeonia 'Foxtrot'
Paeonia 'Foxtrot' is a compact peony with lightly fragrant magenta-pink petals and a creamy mass of anthers. It forms a 22-inch tall clump and begins blooming in early May. This peony is drought-tolerant and resistant to rabbits, making it a low-maintenance choice for sunny gardens. Its vibrant blooms and compact size make it ideal for adding color and fragrance to garden borders or as a cut flower.
Paeonia 'Yellow Dream'
Paeonia 'Yellow Dream' is a hybrid peony with nearly double layers of buttery yellow petals and a burgundy-red center. It blooms from late spring to summer, is cold hardy, and attracts pollinators with its fragrant, long-lasting flowers.
Paeonia 'Mr Ed'
Paeonia 'Mr Ed' is an early-blooming peony variety with fully double blooms that range in color from blush pink to pure white. Known for its marvelous fragrance, this peony has thick stems and a tidy mound of foliage. It is extremely cold hardy and requires full sun and well-drained soils to thrive. 'Mr Ed' is a beautiful addition to any garden, offering both visual and olfactory appeal.
Paeonia 'Cincinnati'
Paeonia 'Cincinnati' is a herbaceous perennial with hot pink double blooms that are divinely fragrant. Its strong stems resist heavy rain and wind, making it an excellent choice for cut flowers.
Paeonia 'Julia Rose'
Paeonia 'Julia Rose' is an intersectional hybrid peony with single to semi-double blossoms that change color from cherry red to orange, apricot, and yellow. It produces up to 30 blooms on sturdy stems and has a spicy fragrance. This peony is deer and rabbit resistant and prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Paeonia 'Garden Treasure'
Paeonia 'Garden Treasure' is a cross-bred peony with ruffled, buttery golden yellow petals and orangy centers. Known for its fragrance and ability to attract bees and butterflies, this peony can live up to 50 years. It is extremely cold-hardy and thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil.
Paeonia 'Dublin'
Paeonia 'Dublin' is a sweet and petite peony suitable for container gardening, with bowl-shaped blooms and golden yellow anthers. It grows 24 inches tall and wide, attracting bees and butterflies.
Paeonia lactiflora 'President Roosevelt'
Paeonia lactiflora 'President Roosevelt' is known for its large, showy red double flowers with yellow stamens. This peony attracts butterflies and other pollinators and is appreciated for its pleasant fragrance. It is low-maintenance, deer-resistant, and thrives in bright, sunny areas.
Paeonia tenuifolia
Paeonia tenuifolia is an early-blooming peony with feathery leaves and vivid crimson-red flowers. Known for its bright-yellow stamens, this plant is deer and rabbit resistant and adds a splash of color to any garden.
Paeonia 'Scarlet O'hara'
Paeonia 'Scarlet O'hara' is a heat-tolerant peony with brilliant red single flowers and golden stamens. It grows on 3-foot tall stems and is deer-resistant, making it a striking addition to full-sun gardens.
Paeonia 'Sweet Shelly'
Paeonia 'Sweet Shelly' is a hybrid peony developed by Roy Klehm, featuring Japanese-style flowers with a double row of red petals and a creamy white center. It grows up to 28 inches tall and blooms in mid-season. This heat-tolerant plant is ideal for adding vibrant color to gardens.
Paeonia lactiflora 'Bowl Of Cream'
Paeonia lactiflora 'Bowl Of Cream' is a peony with large, bowl-shaped double white blooms that appear in mid to late spring. The flowers, which can be over 8 inches wide, are supported by strong stems and are ideal for cutting. This plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil.
Paeonia 'Coral Fay'
Paeonia 'Coral Fay' is a peony variety with deep coral pink semi-double flowers that bloom very early in spring. It has a sweet fragrance and glossy green foliage, reaching a height of 2.5 feet. This plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is resistant to deer and rabbits.
Paeonia 'Monsieur Jules Elie'
Paeonia 'Monsieur Jules Elie' is a peony variety renowned for its very early-to-open, fragrant light pink flowers. It is considered one of the best peonies for regions with harsh winters, producing large, showy blooms that attract butterflies. This perennial thrives in full sun to part sun and is resistant to rabbits.
Paeonia 'Gay Paree'
Paeonia 'Gay Paree' is a floriferous hybrid peony known for its large, fragrant Japanese-style flowers. It features fuchsia petals with creamy white central petaloids and blooms on sturdy 3-foot tall stems. This early-flowering peony is drought-tolerant and attracts butterflies, making it a stunning addition to sunny gardens.
Paeonia 'Prairie Charm'
Paeonia 'Prairie Charm' is a cross-bred peony with creamy buttery yellow blooms and salmon-tinged petals. It is cold hardy and attracts pollinators, thriving in full sun to partial shade. This low-maintenance plant is known for its long-lasting blooms and thick, fleshy roots.
Paeonia 'Rachel'
Paeonia 'Rachel' is a peony variety known for its massive ruffled red double flowers that attract hummingbirds and butterflies. Developed in the 1850s, this deer-resistant plant can live for decades and features medium green foliage with strong stems. It is drought-tolerant once established, making it a resilient choice for gardens.
Paeonia 'Do Tell'
Paeonia 'Do Tell' is a Japanese-style hybrid peony with large, soft pink flowers and a central ball of squiggly pink and white petaloids. This award-winning plant grows 32 inches tall and 3 feet wide, adding elegance to any garden.
Paeonia 'Cora Stubbs'
Paeonia 'Cora Stubbs' is a mid-season Japanese-type peony with semi-double, fragrant flowers. The blooms feature a raspberry-pink bowl with a white bomb-type center, and the plant grows to 32 inches tall. It is known for its large number of side flower buds, making it a prolific bloomer.
Paeonia lactiflora 'Sword Dance'
Paeonia lactiflora 'Sword Dance' is a peony with vivid scarlet pink petals and a curly yellow and hot pink striped center. Known for its fragrance, this peony is cold hardy and blooms later than other varieties. It forms dense clumps of greenery with strong stems, making it a robust and low-maintenance choice for gardens.
Paeonia lactiflora 'Sarah Bernhardt'
Paeonia lactiflora 'Sarah Bernhardt' is a peony variety renowned for its double, soft-pink blooms that are both enormous and fragrant. This long-lived plant, hardy to zone 3, is a favorite among pollinators and is resistant to deer and rabbits. It thrives in full sun and prefers moist, fertile, well-drained soil. With strong stems, it can withstand the weight of its large flowers, making it a reliable choice for gardens.
Paeonia lactiflora 'Raspberry Sundae'
Paeonia lactiflora 'Raspberry Sundae' is a stunning peony with lush, raspberry and vanilla-colored double flowers that can reach 5 to 7 inches across. Known for its soft, sweet fragrance, it blooms in late spring to early summer, growing 2 to 3 feet tall. This peony is deer and rabbit resistant, making it a hardy choice for gardens. It thrives in full to partial sun and well-drained, rich soil, offering a beautiful and fragrant addition to any landscape.
Paeonia 'America'
Paeonia 'America' is a striking peony with single red flowers and yellow stamens, blooming in the early mid-season. It has received accolades such as the American Peony Society Gold Medal and the Award of Landscape Merit. This herbaceous peony thrives in full sun and rich soils, attracting bees as its primary pollinators.
Paeonia 'Oslo'
Paeonia 'Oslo' is a compact peony known for its coral-salmon flowers that retain their color in sun and heat. It is cold-hardy in USDA zones 3-8 and well-suited for container gardening. This peony attracts butterflies and bees, adding life to garden spaces. It is long-lived and drought-tolerant, requiring full sun and well-drained soil to thrive. 'Oslo' is a beautiful addition to any garden, offering vibrant blooms and easy care.
Paeonia 'Francois Ortegat'
Paeonia 'Francois Ortegat' is a French heirloom peony with dark red to dark purple double blooms that are highly fragrant. Blooming from late spring to mid-summer, it prefers full sun in cooler areas and part shade in warmer climates. The plant has strong stems suitable for cut flowers and is easy to grow.