1 / 3Key characteristics
- Family
- Paeoniaceae
- Height
- 2 to 3 feet
- Width
- 2 to 3 feet
- Flower color
- Soft yellow, possibly with coral
- Foliage color
- Dark green
- Bloom time
- Late spring to early summer
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Moderate; well-drained soil
- Maintenance
- Low; remove spent blooms
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 4 to 9
- Wildlife
- Butterflies
Perennials
Paeonia x intersectional 'Canary Brilliants'
Canary Brilliants Peony
Paeonia x intersectional 'Canary Brilliants' is a vibrant and eye-catching perennial known for its stunning, soft yellow blooms. From late spring to early summer, it produces large, bowl-shaped flowers with a dazzling yellow hue. The petals are slightly ruffled and have a subtle sheen, giving them a luminous, almost glowing quality. The plant's lush, dark green foliage provides a striking contrast to the bright blossoms, enhancing their visual impact.
Works well in
- Borders
- Cottage Gardens
- Pollinator Gardens
- Cut Flower Gardens
Companion plants
Columbines · Lungworts · Daylilies · Japanese anemones · Bleeding hearts · Catmint
Design tip
The long summer show pairs well with plants that peak earlier, keeping one area interesting for months. Because it is easy about light, use it to carry a planting from a sunny end of the bed into the shadier side.
Where to see it
This plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
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Paeonia lactiflora 'Coral Sunset'
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Blooms semi-double coral‑pink blooms that fade through salmon and cream to pale yellow‑white
Full sun to partial shade
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Blooms white, yellow, orange, red, or salmon
Full sun