FM is rather tall and vigorous plant that needs staking in my opinion - I'd rather prefer something more compact because of our strong winds. That's why I am contemplating about Henry Bockstoce even though everybody say that it is great cut flower and probably will not buy it - tall and staking needed. FM petals are not relatively exquisite and some kind of loose compare the white double NOID that I have. May be it will improve with age, but I've seen some older plants as well. Also I was not impressed with FM vase life. Probably is not as fussy about soil and sun as some other peonies, but I do not find it on my want list any more. For some purpose though it would be perfect - just not for me. I am trying to limit the number of my peonies as space is a problem. NOID may have to go as well if I discover that my new Florence Nicholls is better specimen.
FM vs white double NOID
