Peony 'Blaze' (Herbaceous Peony)

'Blaze' is a classic herbaceous peony with bright red, ruffled petals forming a cup around a prominent yellow center. The blooms are borne on strong, erect stems above a clump of glossy green foliage. It reaches 2–3 feet tall and wide. An excellent background for spring bulbs or in perennial/shrub borders. A choice cut flower with good vase life.

Growing Conditions

• Light: Full sun.
• Water: Moderate; well-drained soil.
• Height: 2 feet or less (2–3 feet).
• Spread: 2–4 feet.

Care Tips

Plant eyes shallow (1–2 inches). Support if needed (though stems are strong). Remove spent blooms. Long-lived; divide infrequently. Photo credit: Doreen Wynja.

Landscape Uses

Perennial borders, shrub borders, cut flower gardens, spring bulb companions.