Per the 1928 Lee R. Bonnewitz Iris and Peony catalog of Van Wert, Ohio:
MADAME GAUDICHAU (Millet). Next to M. MARTIN CAHUZAC this ...Read Moreis the darkest Peony in the world, and it has the distinguishing characteristic of having, early in the spring, the most beautiful and luxuriant foliage of any Peony in our collection. We are not yet sure that its bloom is as good as that on M. MARTIN CAHUZAC, but it has splendid value both for its blooms and for its foliage. We give it our unqualified approval. $5.00
Per the APS website:
MME. GAUDICHAU (Millet, 1902) - Double - Red - Late Midseason. Tall. Slight and unpleasant fragrance. Medium size. Very dark crimson with a brilliant blackish sheen. Not especially floriferous; strong stems. Foliage dark and handsome. A globular flower.
Per the 1928 Lee R. Bonnewitz Iris and Peony catalog of Van Wert, Ohio:
MADAME GAUDICHAU (Millet). Next to M. MARTIN CAHUZAC this ...Read More