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Cytherea
Peony ‘Cytherea’ – An Award-Winning Masterpiece
Are you looking for a peony that combines perfection in shape with an extraordinary color? Look no further than the 'Cytherea'. This iconic hybrid is considered by many experts to be one of the most beautiful peonies ever bred, and its impressive list of awards—including the APS Gold Medal—proves it.
'Cytherea' is famous for its unique, semi-double, cup-shaped flowers. The color is truly sensational: an intense, glowing cherry-rose that seems to radiate light. As the flower matures, the color slowly softens to a beautiful peach and salmon hue, while the golden heart remains a focal point. With its exceptionally sturdy stems and compact growth habit, this peony stands like a house in any garden, regardless of wind or rain.
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| Quantity |
Price per item |
Discount |
| 1-9 roots |
$ 13.90 |
|
| 10-29 roots |
$ 11.90 |
14% off |
| 30-89 roots |
$ 9.40 |
32% off |
| 90 and more | $ 8.02 | 42% off |
Why choose Cytherea?
- Sensational Color: A bright cherry-rose that is unlike any other peony, fading into soft peach tones.
- Perfect Cup Shape: The flowers retain their elegant, bowl-like shape throughout the entire blooming period.
- Rock-Solid Stems: One of the sturdiest varieties available; the stems remain perfectly upright without any support.
- Award-Winning Quality: A legendary variety and winner of the prestigious APS Gold Medal (1980).
Specifications at a glance:
| Feature | Details |
| Color | Intense Cherry-Rose to Peach/Salmon |
| Flower Form | Semi-double / Cup-shaped (Hybrid) |
| Fragrance | No fragrance |
| Bloom Time | May – June (Early-Mid) |
| Height | Approx. 65 – 75 cm |
| Honors | APS Gold Medal Winner 1980 |
Grower's Tip: 'Cytherea' is slightly more compact than some other hybrids, making it the perfect choice for the front or middle of the border. Because of its sturdy stems and long vase life, it is also a world-class cut flower. A single bloom in a minimalist vase is enough to create a high-end look!