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This selection forms an upright bush of lush green leaves. The very large semi-double blooms feature pink petals that age to cream, with a contrasting maroon-red eye and yellow tuft of stamens.
Itoh peonies are a hybrid cross between tree peony (P. lemoinei) and garden peony (P. lactiflora). This cross was first achieved by Toihi Itoh in 1948. Itoh peonies combine the large and showy flowers of tree peonies with the herbaceous stems and growing habits of garden peonies. Deep green foliage is divided into lance-shaped segments. Foliage remains attractive throughout the growing season. Plants die back to the ground after fall frost.
Easily grown in rich, fertile, medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Add compost as needed before planting. Remove spent flowers after bloom. Cut foliage to the ground and remove from the garden in fall after frost. Plants are long-lived, but do not need to be divided and can be left undisturbed for years. (Courtesy of Missouri Botanical Gardens Plant Finder)
| Common Name | Hillary Itoh Peony |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Paeonia Itoh hybrid 'Hillary' |
| Container/Amount | 3 gallon |
| Evergreen or Deciduous | Deciduous |
| Hardiness Zone | 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b |
| Growth Rate | Average |
| Light Requirements | Sun to Part Shade |
| Height | 28-36" |
| Width | 36-48" |
| Soil Condition | Well-drained |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Blooming Period | mid spring |
| Flower Color | pink |
| Fragrance | Yes |
| Foliage Color | green |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
