Paeonia lactiflora 'Festiva Maxima'

Paeonia lactiflora 'Festiva Maxima' is a true classic among peonies and has been one of the most beloved cultivars in the world for over 170 years. This impressive peony was introduced in 1851 and, thanks to its exceptional beauty, delightful fragrance, and reliable flowering, remains enormously popular with garden enthusiasts and growers.

The large, richly filled flowers are bright white and are characterized by striking red spots and stripes in the center of the flower. This unique pattern gives each flower extra charm and makes Festiva Maxima instantly recognizable. The flowers are among the largest in the peony range and provide a spectacular appearance in the garden during the flowering period.

In addition to its beautiful appearance, Festiva Maxima is known for its sweet, pleasant fragrance. This makes this cultivar not only a beloved garden plant but also an excellent choice as a cut flower for fragrant bouquets and floral arrangements.

The plant grows vigorously and forms a sturdy crop with dark green foliage. Thanks to its strong growth and abundant flowering, it produces an abundance of flowers every year. Festiva Maxima also produces several side buds, allowing the flowering period to last an extended period. Due to the height of the plant and the weight of the large flowers, it is recommended to support the plant with a plant ring or other support structure during flowering.

With its combination of rich history, exuberant bloom, delightful fragrance, and iconic white and red flowers, Paeonia lactiflora 'Festiva Maxima' is an absolute classic of the old school. A timeless peony that has enriched gardens for generations with its elegant appearance.

Features

• Large, double-filled bright white flowers
• Characteristic red spots in the center of the flower
• Deliciously sweet-smelling flowers
• Abundantly flowering and vigorous grower
• Produces a few side buttons
• Dark green leaf
• Suitable as a cut flower
• Introduced in 1851 and still very popular