• Large, velvety, double-petaled red old faithful peony flower on a thick green stem with dark green leaves.
  • A person holding a bouquet of old faithful peony flowers with a blue background.
  • A bouquet of old faithful peony flowers in a metal bucket with a neutral background.
  • A bouquet of old faithful peony flowers in a metal bucket with a neutral background.
  • Bare Peony roots slightly covered in dirt showing long roots and multiple eyes
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Peony Roots - Old Faithful

American Peony Society Gold Medal winner 1997

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Frost Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Attracts Bees
Fragrant
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Borders
Medicinal
Deer Resistant
Rodent Resistant
Rabbit Resistant

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Paeonia

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

SEED TYPE

  • Root

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

BLOOM SEASON

  • Late Spring through Early Summer

GROWTH HABIT

  • Clumping

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 24 to 36 inches

PLANT TYPE

  • Double
  • Herbaceous

COLOR

  • Red

Old Faithful Peony is a true gem, and it's no surprise that it has received the American Peony Society's Gold Medal and Award of Landscape Merit. One of the standout features of this peony is its incredibly large, deep velvety red blooms, which are fully double and dramatic. Its late midseason flowering will provide a welcome burst of color and beauty when other plants may be past their prime. A valuable addition to any garden, Old Faithful is a must for anyone who loves flowers.

  • • Award of Landscape Merit winner 2009 for superior landscape qualities
  • • Late mid-season blooms reach seven inches across
  • • Largest red peony on the market

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Fall
  • Spring

PLANTING DEPTH

  • Top of Root Should Be No More Than 1 to 2 inches Below Soil

WATER NEEDS

  • Low

PLANT SPACING

  • 3 to 4 feet

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8

Planting Guide

View our Peony Planting Guide to learn more.

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    Peony Roots - Old Faithful FAQs

    What size bulbs will I receive with Old Faithful Peony?

    Old Faithful Peony roots have 2 to 3 eyes per root.

    Is Old Faithful Peony resistant to animals or disease?

    Old Faithful Peony is deer resistant and rabbit resistant, meaning deer and rabbits generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

    Customer Reviews

    Overall rating: 2.0 / 5 from 3 reviews.

    Customer photo review of Peony Roots - Old Faithful

    Truly, I am impressed thus far, don’t do what I have done- but I initially ordered 5 roots in September of 2024..and gave a couple to my MIL and intended to plant the remaining roots in my garden..well that did not happen…they lived in the bags of dirt they were shipped in for over a YEAR. Granted, I did open them and occasionally water them..they went through quite the neglect…I finally got around to planting the remaining 3 shoots in late September of 2025. I couldn’t bring myself to throw them out. I first noticed today- April 10 of 2025 one of them has sprung up and is starting to emerge! I can’t wait to watch it mature over the spring and summer!

    A G. 4/5

    Peony Roots - Old Faithful

    Old Faithful died.

    Karen R. 1/5 Verified

    Peony Roots - Old Faithful

    Store owner replied: Hello Karen R. Thank you for sharing your experience with this variety. We are sorry your peony didn’t make it through its first season. In Zone 8, a late-May planting can be challenging for a newly planted peony root, as summer heat can arrive quickly before it has had much time to establish. Peonies do best in well-draining soil with consistent moisture that never stays soggy, and the eyes should generally be planted only about 1–2 inches below the soil surface. A light layer of mulch can also help moderate soil temperature and moisture during hot weather. We are glad we were able to provide a resolution and that you’re willing to give Old Faithful another try. We hope your next planting establishes beautifully and rewards you with many years of blooms!

    I bought three roots of old faithful. Two out of three came up. They are very small with only a few leaves coming out of ground. I didn't expect them to bloom the 1st year, but I was expecting more of a plant/bush the 1st year. I don't know if the color is as expected since they have not bloomed yet.

    Melinda 1/5

    Peony Roots - Old Faithful

    Store owner replied: Hello Melinda. Thank you for your review. We are glad to hear that two of your three Old Faithful peonies emerged, though we're sorry they have not met your expectations so far! Peonies are often slow to establish, especially during their first growing season. It's common for newly planted roots to produce only a few stems and leaves while they focus on developing a strong root system underground. Many peonies do not reach their full size or bloom potential until their second or third year in the garden. We previously reached out to offer assistance and a resolution but have not yet heard back. If you'd still like help, please reply to that email, and we'd be happy to review your concerns further. At Eden Brothers, we stand behind our products and are always here to help our gardeners succeed!

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