Description
Common Name: ‘Melissa’ Herbaceous Hybrid Peony
Parentage: A seedling of unnamed herbaceous hybrid seedlings. First year bloomed 2002, first year propagated 2004, Good potential for cut-flower production, (Roger Anderson, USA, 2010).
Peony ‘Melissa’ is an early season, double yellow Peony Herbaceous Hybrid. The rounded flower is fully double and 3.0-5.0” in size. When the bud flower first opens it is light yellow, then fades to cream. An average of 3 carpels are present on each bloom, which are smooth and green, stigmas pink.
This plant is very floriferous with a spreading growth habit. Some blooms may go to the ground in rain. Foliage is broad and dark green.
Pictures of the roots are example of the size/grade root you will receive. Our Itoh and Herbaceous peony roots are imported from the Netherlands. They are 3+ eyes. Do not be fooled by other vendors who sell smaller roots for cheaper prices.
Size: XL 3-5 Eye root
Height: 32.0”
Spread: 24.0-28.0”
Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Shade.
Hardiness Zones: 3,4,5,6,7
Attributes: Deer Resistant, Good Cut Flower, Prolific Flowering, Showy Flower, Double Flower, Herbaceous Hybrid Peony, Double Peony, Perennial, Early Season, Colour Change
Care: Low Maintenance, Long-lived
