Paeonia 'Angel Cheeks'

Paeonia 'Angel Cheeks': Blushing Beauty in Softest Pink

Graceful and full of charm, Paeonia 'Angel Cheeks' enchants with its creamy blush-pink blooms, each delicately ruffled like a swirl of satin. These double blossoms open in early summer, releasing a soft, sweet fragrance as they catch the morning light and sway gently on strong, upright stems.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 80–90 cm
• Spread: 75–85 cm
• Flower Colour: Blush-pink with creamy tones and pale yellow highlights at the centre
• Flowering Period: Late spring to early summer
• Foliage: Glossy, deep green leaves with a lush, bushy habit
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to light shade
• Soil Requirements: Rich, moist, well-drained soil with added organic matter

Uses and Benefits: Paeonia 'Angel Cheeks' brings refined beauty to perennial borders, formal beds, and cutting gardens. Its elegant form and fragrant blooms make it a favourite for bridal-themed plantings or romantic vignettes. Deer resistant and long-lived, this cultivar provides early summer impact and supports pollinators with its open-stage blooms before they fully double. Whether used as a focal point or planted en masse, it delivers timeless grace with very little fuss.

Companion Plants: Pair Paeonia 'Angel Cheeks' with Nepeta 'Walker's Low', whose cool lavender-blue flowers and aromatic foliage soften the peony’s pastel tones and extend colour well into summer. Introduce the fine, upright texture of Veronica 'Magic Show White Wands' for a vertical accent that mirrors the purity of the peony’s palette. Complete the trio with Festuca 'Elijah Blue', a compact ornamental grass whose silvery-blue tufts offer a cooling contrast and thrive in similarly sunny, well-drained conditions.

Care Instructions: Plant in full sun or part shade in fertile, humus-rich soil that drains well. Avoid overly wet locations and ensure the crown is not buried too deeply. Water during dry periods, especially in the first season. Deadhead after flowering for a tidier appearance and cut back foliage in autumn. Peonies are slow to establish but reward patience with years of dependable beauty—divide only when necessary.

History: Paeonia 'Angel Cheeks' is an award-winning variety introduced by Klehm’s Song Sparrow nursery. It has gained recognition for its exceptional bloom form, fragrance, and performance. Named for its delicate blush hue, this cultivar captures the soft elegance of classic herbaceous peonies with a modern touch of resilience and poise.

Final Thoughts: Gentle in tone but rich in presence, Paeonia 'Angel Cheeks' is a garden treasure that elevates early summer with grace and perfume. Its timeless blooms invite pause and admiration, offering a moment of calm beauty that lingers long after the petals fall.