Peony ‘Festiva Maxima’ Flower Seeds – Heirloom, Non-GMO, Perennial Variety
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Peony ‘Festiva Maxima’ Flower Seeds – Heirloom, Non-GMO, Perennial Variety
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Growing Tips & Guides
Peony ‘Festiva Maxima’ is a classic herbaceous peony known for its pure white double blooms with light red flecks at the center. This long-lived perennial produces strong stems, lush foliage, and reliable spring flowering. It performs well in temperate climates and grows best in full sun with well-drained soil. Suitable for landscape borders, perennial beds, and cut-flower production. Grown from Heirloom, Non-GMO seeds, this variety maintains stable, true-to-type characteristics season after season.
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Heirloom and Non-GMO seed variety
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Large white double blooms with soft red accents
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Perennial growth habit
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Cold-hardy and suitable for temperate climates
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Strong stems and vigorous plant structure
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Suitable for borders, cottage gardens, and cut-flower use
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Prefers full sun and well-draining soil
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Botanical Name: Paeonia lactiflora ‘Festiva Maxima’
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Seed Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO
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Growth Habit: Perennial
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Bloom Colour: White with light red markings
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Height at Maturity: 80–100 cm
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Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil Type: Fertile, well-drained
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Hardiness Zones: 3–8
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Blooming Season: Late spring to early summer
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Seed Preparation: Stratify seeds for 6–8 weeks in moist medium at 4°C for improved germination.
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Sowing Depth: 1–1.5 cm in well-drained seed-starting mix.
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Germination Temperature: Maintain 18–21°C during active germination.
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Watering: Keep soil evenly moist, avoiding excess water.
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Transplanting: Move seedlings when they develop strong roots and 2–3 true leaves.
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Spacing: 60–90 cm between plants.
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Maintenance: Apply organic mulch, remove spent foliage at season end, and allow natural dormancy during winter.
Description
Peony ‘Festiva Maxima’ is a classic herbaceous peony known for its pure white double blooms with light red flecks at the center. This long-lived perennial produces strong stems, lush foliage, and reliable spring flowering. It performs well in temperate climates and grows best in full sun with well-drained soil. Suitable for landscape borders, perennial beds, and cut-flower production. Grown from Heirloom, Non-GMO seeds, this variety maintains stable, true-to-type characteristics season after season.
Key Features
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Heirloom and Non-GMO seed variety
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Large white double blooms with soft red accents
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Perennial growth habit
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Cold-hardy and suitable for temperate climates
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Strong stems and vigorous plant structure
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Suitable for borders, cottage gardens, and cut-flower use
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Prefers full sun and well-draining soil
Specifications
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Botanical Name: Paeonia lactiflora ‘Festiva Maxima’
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Seed Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO
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Growth Habit: Perennial
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Bloom Colour: White with light red markings
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Height at Maturity: 80–100 cm
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Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil Type: Fertile, well-drained
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Hardiness Zones: 3–8
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Blooming Season: Late spring to early summer
Planting Guide
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Seed Preparation: Stratify seeds for 6–8 weeks in moist medium at 4°C for improved germination.
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Sowing Depth: 1–1.5 cm in well-drained seed-starting mix.
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Germination Temperature: Maintain 18–21°C during active germination.
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Watering: Keep soil evenly moist, avoiding excess water.
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Transplanting: Move seedlings when they develop strong roots and 2–3 true leaves.
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Spacing: 60–90 cm between plants.
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Maintenance: Apply organic mulch, remove spent foliage at season end, and allow natural dormancy during winter.
Plant care
How to plant your seeds
Follow these simple steps to give your seeds the best start.
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Prepare your soil & tray
Fill trays or small pots with seed-starting mix. Press gently to settle—no need to pack tight.
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Sow seeds at the right depth
Plant roughly 2–3× the seed’s width deep. Tiny seeds can be pressed lightly into the surface.
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Water & keep warm
Mist or bottom-water. Cover until sprouting if the packet suggests it. Keep in a bright, warm spot.