Celeste Brochet peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Celeste Brochet'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Compact, medium
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- White or blush with lilac or carmine flecks
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Celeste Brochet' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Celeste Brochet') 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 single blooms are white or blush with lilac or carmine flecks. They open in mid to late spring and early summer. The plant stays compact and medium in size.
Pairs well with Miss Kim lilac, Pink Impression tulip, and Royal fern.