Alesia peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Alesia'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 3 feet tall
- Habit
- Medium
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- White
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Alesia' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Alesia') 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. Large, double white flowers open in late spring and have a rose fragrance. The blooms are creamy white and deepen toward the center. Victor Lemoine & Sons bred it.
Pairs well with Siberian iris, False Solomon's seal, Spanish bluebell, and Sensitive fern.