Characteristics

Paeonia ‘Northwind Maiden’ is a hybrid peony that marries structural refinement with understated charm. Its loosely double blooms open in soft pink, then shift gently in tone as they age—never uniform, always engaging. Each flower spans about 15 cm across and sits atop a strong, upright stem that requires no staking. The plant reaches mid-height, with foliage that begins in reddish hues before settling into a cool-toned green. Though light in colour, its growth is anything but delicate: it’s vigorous, dependable, and ideal for early-season production.

Origin Northwind Maiden Peony

Discovered by Bill Seidl in Wisconsin and introduced by Seidl & Bremer in 2021, ‘Northwind Maiden’ was selected from a longstanding hybrid lineage. Likely related to ‘Manitowoc Maiden’, it shares that cultivar’s resilient garden form and graceful flowering. Despite its recent introduction, this peony has been cultivated in European collections since the 1970s, admired quietly by growers for its subtle complexity and field reliability.

HYBRID

As a hybrid peony, ‘Northwind Maiden’ reflects decades of crossbreeding designed to combine the strengths of multiple species. Hybrids are often valued for their early bloom times, strong stems, and reduced need for support—all qualities found in this cultivar. It is especially suited for growers seeking uniform growth and visually refined output without high maintenance.

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