Fire Chief peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Fire Chief'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Red, yellow center
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Fire Chief' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Fire Chief') 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. The blooms are deep red with a yellow anemone type center. It is a bold novelty Japanese type. Edward Auten, Jr bred it.
Pairs well with Purrsian Blue nepeta, White Feather hosta, and Switchgrass.