Paula Fay is a stunning herbaceous peony cultivar that brings vibrant color to early summer gardens. This award-winning variety features magnificent semi-double blooms in a captivating deep pink to fuchsia hue, complemented by bright golden stamens at the center. Introduced in 1968 by Orville W. Fay and named after his sister-in-law, this exceptional peony has become a cherished favorite among landscape professionals and garden enthusiasts alike.
A Showstopping Addition to Any Landscape
Paula Fay offers numerous benefits that make it an outstanding choice for commercial and residential landscapes:
- Produces large, fragrant blooms measuring 6-8 inches in diameter
- Forms an attractive upright, bushy mound of dark green foliage that remains handsome throughout the growing season
- Features sturdy stems that support the substantial blooms without staking
- Demonstrates excellent disease resistance and winter hardiness
- Naturally deters deer and rabbits, reducing maintenance concerns
- Received the prestigious American Peony Society Gold Medal in 1988, confirming its exceptional quality
This remarkable peony combines breathtaking beauty with practical performance, making it an ideal selection for discerning landscape professionals.
Planting and Growing Information
Paula Fay thrives in USDA hardiness zones 3-8, adapting well to diverse climate conditions across the United States. Plant bare roots in fall or early spring in rich, fertile, well-drained soil, positioning the eyes 1-2 inches below the soil surface. This early-blooming variety flowers in late spring to early summer, reaching a mature height of 34 inches with a spread of 24-36 inches. While preferring full sun, it also performs admirably in partial shade, offering versatility in landscape placement.
Order Paula Fay for Your Next Project
Enhance your landscape designs with the award-winning Paula Fay peony. Available in convenient packages of 15 bare roots, this exceptional cultivar provides long-lasting beauty and reliable performance for your commercial and residential projects. Our premium quality bare roots are ready to ship in spring, allowing you to offer your clients a truly spectacular flowering perennial that will provide decades of enjoyment. Contact DeVroomen today to secure your wholesale order of this magnificent peony variety.
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EAN code37340103F
- CatalogWholesale Growers
- Singular UnitBare Root
- Bloom Height34" / 85 cm
- Light RequirementsPartial Shade, Sun
- Bloom TimeBlooms early mid season
- Size3/5
- Packaged in60
- Zone3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
- UsesDeer Resistant, Cut Flower
- Shipping Time FrameFall