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Theodosius

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

Seedling number 3-12-2. Parentage not given. First bloomed 2013, first propagated 2015. Early-midseason blooming DOUBLE flowers are bright yellow with blurred lime-green petal edges. Flowers are 15cm (6”) in diameter, upward facing, and average one to two per stem. Guard petals are frilled and ruffled. Very fragrant. Flowers possess on average three very hairy, green carpels with light-pink stigmas of normal anatomy. Stamens are more than 2cm (0.75”) in length. Fertile both ways. Plants reach 75cm (29.5”) at maturity, and carry broadly pointed, green foliage with undertones of purple. Foliage at time of emergence is red. Growth habit is upright; mechanical support is unnecessary. Presents good potential for cut-flower production and a nice garden subject. Named for Roman Emperor Theodosius.

Reference: 2022-DIR:XX