Chieftan peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Chieftan'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Dark red
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Chieftan' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Chieftan') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, and perennial beds. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and loamy soil. It bears double, dark red blooms in early spring. Edward Auten, Jr. bred it in 1956.
Pairs well with Siberian iris, Stargazer lily, and Wild bergamot.