origination:
ICARUS (Son of Daedalus, first man to fly) (D-254) Nassos Daphnis, Oct. 17, 1977. First bloomed 1969. Parentage. Generation - F2; Fl self pollinated. Pure red, single. Two rows of pointed and notched petals. The center petals reach for the sky as the outer petals stretch out like wings. Fragrant, seeds and pollen, delicate foliage, good stem strength. Reliable.
ICARUS (SON DAEDALUS, FIRST MAN TO FLY)
Flower type: Tree Peony—Single
Plant zone(s): 4-8
Bloom time: Mid
Hybridizer: Nassos Daphnis
Pure red with two rows of pointed, notched petals. Center petals reach for the sky; outer petals stretch out like wings. Fragrant with delicate foliage and good stem strength.
M.S. Uspenskaja 2003, p. 183:
