Botanical Name

Paeonia 'Buckeye Belle'

Commonly known as Buckeye Belle Peony

Paeonia 'Buckeye Belle' (Buckeye Belle Peony)
Perennial

Deep maroon-black semi-double blooms with a heart of golden stamens. The most dramatic dark peony, blooming early when nothing else is open.

Quick Reference
Bloom Season
May to Jun
USDA Zones
3-8
Sun
Full Sun or Part Sun
Water
Moderate - regular watering
Mature Height
28-32"
Bloom Colors
Red
Deer Resistant Cut Flower Pollinator Friendly
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About This Name

Paeonia 'Buckeye Belle' is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Buckeye Belle Peony unambiguously. The genus Paeonia places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Buckeye Belle Peony, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Paeonia 'Buckeye Belle' will give you the most precise results.