Peony, Festiva Maxima

Festiva Maxima Peony (Paeonia ‘Festiva Maxima’)

The Festiva Maxima Peony is a timeless, heirloom variety admired for its large, pure white double blooms with striking crimson streaks near the center. This fragrant perennial is one of the earliest peonies to bloom, offering a lush display of flowers that fill the garden with their delightful, rose-like scent. Its massive blooms, sometimes reaching up to 6 inches across, stand tall on strong stems, making Festiva Maxima perfect for cutting and creating elegant floral arrangements. This peony thrives in sunny, well-drained locations and is a long-lived, low-maintenance plant that adds classic beauty to cottage gardens, borders, and formal landscapes.

Key Characteristics:

• Classic White Blooms with Crimson Flecks
  Festiva Maxima’s large, double flowers are a showstopper, featuring pristine white petals with subtle crimson streaks that add a touch of drama. These elegant blooms bring a timeless charm to any garden or flower arrangement.

• Early Bloomer
  One of the earliest peonies to bloom, Festiva Maxima bursts into bloom in late spring, often providing the first peony flowers of the season. It’s a great way to start the peony season with an early splash of color and fragrance.

• Highly Fragrant
  Known for its strong, sweet fragrance, Festiva Maxima fills the garden with a classic peony scent, making it a favorite for sensory gardens and cut flowers that bring both beauty and fragrance indoors.

• Strong Stems for Cut Flowers
  Its sturdy stems support the large blooms, making them ideal for cutting. Festiva Maxima’s long vase life and elegant appearance make it perfect for wedding bouquets and floral arrangements.

• Low Maintenance and Long-Lived
  Like all peonies, Festiva Maxima is a low-maintenance perennial that can thrive for decades with minimal care, making it a reliable choice for both beginners and experienced gardeners.

Product Details:

• Native Range: Hybrid, cultivated variety
• Plant Life Cycle: Perennial
• Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Medium to med-dry, well-drained soils
• Mature Height: 2-3 feet
• Bloom Time: Late spring (early May to mid-June)
• Bloom Color: White with crimson streaks
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-8

Festiva Maxima Peony brings classic elegance and strong fragrance to any garden, with its large white blooms accented by crimson flecks. Its early blooming period and strong stems make it a favorite for both garden display and cut flower arrangements.