Paeonia lactiflora 'Edulis Superba'

Vigorous, fragrant, double peonies are high on everyone's "love it!" list. Peony Edulis Superba is all that. What's even more remarkable is that this cultivar was first introduced in 1824 - yes, almost 200 years ago! (May we be so alluring after 200 years!) This free flowering deep rose hued beauty blooms earlier than many, providing some stems to savour indoors before the rest of the peonies are in full swing. Why Grow Peonies? Peonies are often referred to as Queen of the Flowers because of their lush beauty and rich fragrance An individual peony plant can live more than 50 years - talk about a modest investment returning long term benefits! Once settled in, peonies require very little care, they almost care for themselves Peonies produce outstanding cut flowers Deer, rabbits and rodents tend to ignore peonies This variety is a favorite of commercial growers because of its productivity and reliability. Home gardeners love it for these qualities, too.