Paeonia × lactiflora 'Cytherea' | Cytherea Peony
DESCRIPTION
Paeonia × lactiflora 'Cytherea' produces semi-double, coral-rose blossoms in mid- to late spring, that soften to a peachy-pink as they mature. The bowl-shaped flowers feature a golden cluster of stamens at the center, adding warmth to the display. Their fragrance and strong stems make them well suited for cutting, while the plant’s glossy, dark green foliage remains attractive throughout the growing season.
Originating in the mid-20th century, 'Cytherea’s name references the Greek island of Cythera, traditionally associated with the goddess of love and beauty. This cultivar is a recipient of the American Peony Society’s Gold Medal, a testament to its reliable performance and ornamental value. 'Cytherea' returns each spring with a strong flush of blooms and maintains a tidy, appealing form throughout the summer months.
DESCRIPTION
Paeonia × lactiflora 'Cytherea' produces semi-double, coral-rose blossoms in mid- to late spring, that soften to a peachy-pink as they mature. The bowl-shaped flowers feature a golden cluster of stamens at the center, adding warmth to the display. Their fragrance and strong stems make them well suited for cutting, while the plant’s glossy, dark green foliage remains attractive throughout the growing season.
Originating in the mid-20th century, 'Cytherea’s name references the Greek island of Cythera, traditionally associated with the goddess of love and beauty. This cultivar is a recipient of the American Peony Society’s Gold Medal, a testament to its reliable performance and ornamental value. 'Cytherea' returns each spring with a strong flush of blooms and maintains a tidy, appealing form throughout the summer months.
DESCRIPTION
Paeonia × lactiflora 'Cytherea' produces semi-double, coral-rose blossoms in mid- to late spring, that soften to a peachy-pink as they mature. The bowl-shaped flowers feature a golden cluster of stamens at the center, adding warmth to the display. Their fragrance and strong stems make them well suited for cutting, while the plant’s glossy, dark green foliage remains attractive throughout the growing season.
Originating in the mid-20th century, 'Cytherea’s name references the Greek island of Cythera, traditionally associated with the goddess of love and beauty. This cultivar is a recipient of the American Peony Society’s Gold Medal, a testament to its reliable performance and ornamental value. 'Cytherea' returns each spring with a strong flush of blooms and maintains a tidy, appealing form throughout the summer months.
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Height: 24–30 inches tall
Width: 24–36 inches wide
Foliage color: Glossy medium green, divided foliage
Flower color: Cherry-rose semi-double blooms that age to pale peach-pink
Bloom time: Late spring to early summer
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Moderate
Maintenance: Low—remove spent blossoms and cut foliage to ground after frost; sturdy stems often don’t require staking
Growing zone: USDA zones 4–8
Wildlife attractors: Attracts butterflies and other pollinators; deer- and rabbit-resistantThis plant can be seen at Peonies at Glencoe Farms.
