P. offici. Rosea Plena
Bomb double, medium sized flower opens medium pink, fading to lighter pink shades in the sun. Large, well-formed guard petals, inner segments same color, narrower and slightly fringed, in center prominent green carpels; filaments and stamens are absent. Attractive, nicely tailored flower which is of good form and substance, one bud per stem. Good habit, vigorous and fair grower, a reliable bloomer with ample color on a semi-dwarf to medium height bush. Medium green foliage on strong stems, free standing when grown well. True species peonies are rarely offered, adding a unique presence to a perennial border.
Awards, Best Use & Distinctions
Historic variety; Species variety; novelty variety; general garden and landscape use; perennial border; deer resistant.
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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