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Paeonia lactiflora 'Festiva Maxima'
paeony or peony
Exquisite, double flowers, that open with a pink blush, but quickly fade to creamy-white (while sometimes keeping a...
Plant description
This paeonia has been field grown, however in order to keep the roots hydrated and promote fresh new growth, we have potted them up. Therefore, your plant may not have a well developed root system just yet, so you should not worry if the soil falls away when you are planting it out.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Paeonia lactiflora Festiva Maxima:
Please note:
Warning
GOES WELL WITH
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