origination:
MARILYN JONES (Zlatana J. Draskovich), Gary, Indiana, June 13, 1995. Seedling #101. Parentage: Leda x Shima Daijin. First bloomed 1993. This tree peony is a deep mauve purple, heavy damask rose fragrance, deeply ruffled petals on a 6-inch bloom. Double to semi-double flower. Height 4 ft., with good stem strength, some bloom are hidden by the luscious foliage. It has pollen and seeds. A most reliable plant. Named in honor of my good friend, Marilyn Jones. Photo on file. Bulletin #295.
