Description
Sweet Melody is a semi-double, Lactiflora peony. The large flower opens in rich baby ribbon pink. The broad outer petals surround layers of segments that progressively decrease size toward the center, forming a swallow bowl. In center is a loose cluster of pale-yellow stamens intermixed with small petal segments. The flower is mildly fragrant.
The plant boasts a very satisfying plant habit, vigorous and good increase, growing a medium tall bush within four years of planting. The strong stems withstand bad weather events well; staking depends on landscape placing. Sweet Melody is a lovely peony worthy of an upfront spot in the flower bed and the mixed perennial border.
Best Use
General garden and landscape use; perennial border; deer resistant.
Basic Growing Requirements
Full Sun. Water as needed, sensitive to overwatering and waterlogged conditions. Soil pH 6.5-7. Fertile, well-draining soil.
Disclosure
The image(s) above shows the actual cultivar named and described on this page. The pictures are a fair and accurate depiction of the flowers as they are, in vivo, and are not staged or altered otherwise. The descriptions are based on our experience with plants that are grown by us here in NW Missouri.
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