Paeonia lactiflora Felix Crousse

Paeonia lactiflora 'Felix Crousse' is an impressive, profusely flowering peony loved for its large, deep magenta flowers and long blooming period. This classic cultivar blooms from the middle to the end of the peony season, providing a spectacular conclusion to the spring bloom. Thanks to its intense flower color and abundant bloom, 'Felix Crousse' is a real eye-catcher in borders, perennial gardens, and as a cut flower.

The very large, fully double flowers have a rich magenta-pink to carmine-red color with a subtle silky sheen. This causes the petals to appear to sparkle in the sunlight, giving the plant a luxurious and elegant appearance. The flowers appear in large numbers and bloom for a long period, allowing you to enjoy a colorful garden for weeks.

Paeonia lactiflora 'Felix Crousse' is known for its vigorous growth and reliable flowering. The plant grows best in a sunny to lightly shaded location in well-drained, nutritious soil. Once well established, this hardy perennial is particularly low-maintenance and can remain in the same spot for decades. Furthermore, this cultivar also performs excellently in warmer climate zones, making it a versatile choice for a wide range of garden conditions.

The sturdy flowers are not only an asset to the garden but are also particularly suitable as cut flowers. They give bouquets a rich, classic look and remain beautiful in the vase for a long time. Combine 'Felix Crousse' with white or light pink flowering perennials, ornamental grasses, or blue bloomers such as salvia and delphinium for a beautiful color contrast.

With its exceptionally abundant bloom, striking deep magenta flowers, and long flowering period, Paeonia lactiflora 'Felix Crousse' is one of the most beautiful late-blooming peonies. An excellent choice for anyone looking for a vigorous, long-lasting, and profusely flowering garden plant with a timeless appearance.