Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Brassica oleracea var. italica
Brassicaceae · vegetables
Paeonia lactiflora
Paeoniaceae · flowers
Broccoli (Zones 2-11)
Peony (Zones 3-8)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 3–8
| Feature | Broccoli | Peony |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Brassica oleracea var. italica | Paeonia lactiflora |
| Family | Brassicaceae | Paeoniaceae |
| Category | vegetables | flowers |
| Sun | ☀️ Full Sun | ☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Water | 💧💧 Medium | 💧💧 Medium |
| Soil | Rich, Well-drained | Rich, Well-drained |
| Height | 2' | 3' |
| Spread | 1' 6" | 3' |
| Bloom Season | Spring, Fall | Late Spring |
| Bloom Color | Yellow (if bolted) | Pink, White, Red |
| Growth Rate | Medium | Slow |
| Native Region | Mediterranean | East Asia |
| Maintenance | Medium | Low |
Broccoli
Peony
Broccoli
Peony
Choose Broccoli if you don't mind medium maintenance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 2–11.
Choose Peony if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun to part shade with medium water in zones 3–8.
Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 3–8. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.
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