Who it's for
- Exceptional Fragrance and Appearance
- Superior Hardiness and Longevity
- Time-Tested Garden Reliability
Who should skip it
- Requires Physical Support (Staking)
- Slow to Reach Maturity
- Susceptible to Fungal Diseases
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Paeonia lactiflora Festiva Maxima
Mature Height
24-36 inches
Mature Spread
24-36 inches
Bloom Time
Late spring to early summer
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Soil Moisture
Average
Hardiness Zones
Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
Fragrance Level
Highly Fragrant
Special Use
Good for Cut Flowers, Drought Tolerant
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