Salamander peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Salamander'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Salamander' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Salamander') 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 grows upright to 35½ inches and blooms in mid to late season. The dark red flowers have yellow stamens at the center. Its name comes from the black and yellow Fire 'Salamander'.
Pairs well with Fringed bleeding heart, Blanket flower, and Sensitive fern.