Semi-woody peonies (Itoh)
Semi-woody peonies, or Itoh-hybrids, were created by multiple breeding of woody peonies and herbaceous peonies. Although they are woody on the ground, their size corresponds to herbaceous peonies (they usually grow to a height of approx. 1 m). The leaves are darker green than herbaceous peonies and also thicker, more leathery. The flowers are simple, semi-double or double, very similar to the flowers of woody peonies. They bloom relatively early, grow upright, do not lie down, make compact, hemispherical bush. Cultivation is similar to that of herbaceous peonies, they are best suited to a sunny or slightly semi-shaded location. Similar to other peonies, they are very long-lived plants that can last for several decades in a suitable place.
We send strong roots of flowering size with a minimum of 3-5 buds. Orders all year round, peonies are sent bareroot in fall (October, November, December) and early in spring (late February and March).
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FIRST ARRIVAL (Anderson 1986)
Semi-double to double, very large flowers, lavender pink with darker center. Flowers abundant, situated on top of the dense foliage, slightly scented. Beautiful dark green leaves create superb and compact shrub.
HILLARY (Anderson 1999)
Semi-double to double, large flowers, dark pink at the opening that fades gradually to a cream color on the upper part of the petals whereas the lower part keeps its red-rose coloration. Flowers fragrant. Compact habit, height 90 cm. A spectacular peony!