Paeonia lactiflora ‘Gleam of Light’
Description:
Kelways nursery were established in 1851 and were so well known for peonies that a temporary train station was set up in summer near their peony grounds to allow visitors to stop and walk amongst the blooms.
This cultivar was first recorded in their 1954 catalogue and described later as having 'stunning cup shaped blooms of pale delicate pink with a central boss of short yellow petaloids. Exquisite perfume. Very free flowering. Mid season to very late.'
Threat Status:
Threatened In Cultivation
As assessed by the Plant Heritage Threatened Plants Programme. For more details see www.plantheritage.org.uk/conservation/threatened-plants/
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