Yes, it's completely typical. Deer generally leave peonies alone. I say "generally" because sometimes fawns do take a bite. I have had mine browsed on rare occasion, but they are truly among the plants least often disturbed. By this time in summer they never get eaten.

that's great news for me, because i love peonies,
but living in Florida i was never able to have
them... now i can :o)

thanks,
susan

They never touch the things! It's one of the pleasures of gardening around here! It's also probably why so many nice old clumps have survived around these old houses!

Welcome to New York! Peonies love it here!

The deer haven't touched my peonies for more than twenty years, although they have eaten virtually everything else in my yard and hedgerow. I only wish that I could extend the peony blooming season for more than a few weeks.