Celestia Lewis peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Celestia Lewis'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Tall, upright
- Bloom color
- Pink and white
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Celestia Lewis' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Celestia Lewis') 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 double blooms are clear pink with white petals mixed in, and they smell sweet. It is a free bloomer with a tall, upright habit. Mr. and Mrs. John M. Lewis bred it.
Pairs well with Smooth aster, Blonde Ambition blue grama, and Rock soapwort.