Peony Registry

Cultivar
Octavia
Originator
Joshua Scholten, Peony Shop Holland
Group
Herbaceous Hybrid
Date
2022
Country
Netherlands, Lutjebroek

Seedling number 3-13-1-16-635. Parentage not given. First bloomed 2013, first propagated 2015. Midseason blooming SEMI-DOUBLE rosy pink flowers with frilled petals that present a light pink/cream white blurred petal edge. Flowers are 15cm (6”) in diameter, upward facing, and average one per stem. Bud size is 4-5cm (1.6-2”). Three very hairy, green carpels with light pink stigmas are present. Has pollen, and produces seeds. Plants reach 80cm (31.5”) at maturity, and carry broadly pointed, green foliage with undertones of purple. Growth habit is upright, vigorous, and does not require mechanical support. A nice garden plant. Named for the sister of Roman Emperor Augustus.

Reference: 2022-DIR:XX