Coral Charm Peony (Paeonia ‘Coral Charm’)
Elegant Coral Peony with Large Spring Blooms & Timeless Garden Appeal
🌿 Plant Overview
Common Name: Coral Charm Peony
Botanical Name: Paeonia ‘Coral Charm’
Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennial
Family: Paeoniaceae
Hardiness Zones: 4–8
Native Range: Hybrid
📊 Key Characteristics
Height: 24–36 inches
Spread: 24–36 inches
Bloom Time: Mid-spring to early summer
Flower Color: Deep coral to soft coral-cream
Foliage: Glossy dark green
Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming
☀️ Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Water Needs: Medium (consistent moisture preferred)
Soil: Rich, slightly acidic, well-drained
Maintenance Level: Low
Peonies thrive in cool climates with winter chill, which is essential for bud formation. Plant crowns slightly below soil level for best flowering.
🌸 Garden Features
✔️ Large, showy semi-double blooms
✔️ Soft fragrance
✔️ Excellent cut flower
✔️ Long-lived perennial
✔️ Deer resistant
✔️ Tolerates urban conditions
✂️ Care & Maintenance
Water deeply during the first growing season to establish roots. Remove spent blooms to maintain a tidy appearance. Cut back foliage in fall after frost. Apply compost annually to enrich soil and support long-term growth.
🌼 Landscape Uses
Borders, cottage gardens, cutting gardens, containers, foundation plantings
🌿 19 Birch Lane Insight
‘Coral Charm’ brings a romantic, ever-changing color palette to the garden—starting bold and vibrant, then softening into elegant tones as the blooms mature.
🌱 Noteworthy Characteristics
This highly sought-after peony features large, cup-shaped blooms that open in rich coral tones and gradually fade to soft, creamy hues. Its fast growth and reliable flowering make it a standout in spring gardens, while its glossy foliage provides structure throughout the growing season.
⚠️ Problems
Generally low maintenance. Ensure proper drainage to prevent root issues. Requires winter chill to bloom—unsuitable for warmer climates (Zones 9–11).
Coral Charm Peony (Paeonia ‘Coral Charm’)
Elegant Coral Peony with Large Spring Blooms & Timeless Garden Appeal