ALBERTA KELSEY (Kelsey, 1937) - Double - Pink - Early Midseason. Very fragrant. Light rose pink. Gold tipped petals inter-spersed among neatly cupped petals. Medium sized flowers. Combines beauty and a delightful perfume. One flower is a bouquet. Bulletin 80.
Originator: Kelsey, 1937
Parentage: P. lactiflora
Flower Form: Double
Staking: Best when staked
Height: 60-90 cm
Bloom Period: Week 6
Fragrance: Good
Side Buds: 1 or 2 per stem
Comments: Flowers fade elegantly to pale pink and show the occasional red streak.
The American peony breeder Ernest Kelsey introduced a number of peonies in the first part of the 20th century. Many of them are hard to find these days which is a shame because I have yet to see a Kelsey introduction that I did not find to be particularly beautiful.
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