Lena Ashwell peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Lena Ashwell'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Rose
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Lena Ashwell' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Lena Ashwell') 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. Its blooms are rose, so they add soft color to the garden and to a vase. You can cut the flowers for bouquets and enjoy them indoors. Kelway bred it.
Pairs well with Patriot hosta, Shrub rose, Sedge, and Grape hyacinth.