Variety Origin: This variety was bred by renowned Wisconsin-based peony breeder Roger Anderson. Its official scientific name is Paeonia ‘Melissa’, belonging to the pure herbaceous hybrid peony category.
Core Characteristics: Petals are tightly arranged, thick, and glossy, with slightly wavy edges that naturally reflex upon full bloom.
Cultivation Performance: Prefers fertile, loose, well-drained, neutral to slightly acidic loam (pH 6.0-7.5). Avoid heavy clay, waterlogged areas, and saline-alkali soil.
Melissa peony is a high-end variety combining unique ornamental value with practical cultivation characteristics.
