Peony ‘Sequestered Sunshine’ (Itoh Hybrid Peony)

Description

Itoh Peonies are rare and unusual hybrids between Garden Peonies and Tree Peonies. There are several varieties, all highly sought after by collectors, yet easy to grow and very hardy. This selection forms an upright bush of lush green leaves. The very large single blooms feature clear yellow petals around a tuft of yellow stamens. Peonies seldom need to be divided or moved, but if necessary it should be carried out only in the fall. Flowering is always best in a sunny location. Clean up the dead leaves in the fall to help prevent disease problems. Plants usually die to the ground, or to very low woody stems for the winter. Flowers on cut stems have a short life which makes them less suitable in arrangements. A better alternative for indoor display, cut about an inch below a bloom and float in a rose bowl.

USDA Zone: 3-9

 Sun Exposure    Full Sun

Soil Type    Sandy 

Soil pH    Neutral or   Alkaline or   Acid

Soil Moisture

Care Level    Easy 

 Flower Colour  Yellow

Blooming Time    Early Summer     Late Spring 

Foliage Color    Deep Green 

Plant Uses & Characteristics    Accent: Good Texture/Form     Border     Deer Resistant     Rabbit Resistant     Massed     Specimen 

Flower Head Size    Very Large

Height     65-75 cm      25-29 inches

Spread     75-90 cm      29-35 inches

Foot Traffic     None 

Growth Rate     Slow 

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