Single; medium, flower opens pale yellow. Large, overlapping petals surround a boss of golden yellow stamens, excellent substance. In center are prominent pale green carpels with pale pink stigmas; the flower is mildly fragrant. Well grown plants are of near medium height, more often semi-dwarf. Below average habit, slow to increase, sometimes sparse bush. Rarely offered in recent times. This peony is valued for its earliness of flowering, while being generally resistant to flower bud injury from late spring cold events. Offers good hybridizing potential and is an adorable peony in the perennial border.
Awards, Best Use & Distinctions
BeeLoved®; RHS Award of Garden Merit; Rare variety; Fragrant variety; general garden and landscape use; attracts pollinators and honey bees; deer resistant.
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Basic Growing Requirements
Full Sun. Water as needed, sensitive to overwatering and waterlog conditions. Soil pH 6.5-7. Fertile, well-draining soil.
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