Festiva Maxima Peony Root

The 'Festiva Maxima' Peony is a legendary variety, prized for over 170 years for its massive, pristine white blooms and intoxicating fragrance. This is the quintessential, old-fashioned double white peony—a must-have for every cutting garden and landscape border.  

👑 Flower & Sensory Profile:

Pristine Double Blooms: Produces enormous, fluffy, double-white flowers that are loose, beautifully ruffled, and incredibly luxurious.  

Signature Crimson Flecks: The classic, defining feature: occasional, delicate crimson or raspberry flecks scattered among the pure white center petals, adding a striking, unique contrast.  

Intense Fragrance: Among the most highly scented peonies available, filling the garden and your home with a rich, heady, sweet fragrance.  

Bloom Time: Early to Mid-Season bloomer, extending your peony season.  

🌿 Rootstock & Garden Benefits:

Longevity: Peonies are one of the most permanent garden investments, often thriving and blooming for a century or more—a true heirloom plant.  

Quality Bare Roots: We supply premium root divisions, 3–5 eyes per root for optimal establishment and the best possible flower production as the plant matures.  

Tough & Reliable: Highly vigorous, low-maintenance, and known to be deer and rabbit resistant. This variety is reliable, even performing well in warmer climates (Hardiness Zones 3–8).  

Exceptional Cut Flower: Strong stems and an incredible vase life make 'Festiva Maxima' a commercial favorite for market bouquets and elegant floral design.