Go Back Pink Double Dandy Itoh Peony

Posted: May 7, 2019 at 4:59 PM
Paeonia 'Pink Double Dandy'
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Plant Type: Peonies

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 a midsized bush of lush green leaves. The large semi to fully double flowers begin a rich lavender pink and age to soft pink with a tuft of yellow stamens in the centre. Excellent for smaller gardens. 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.

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Flower Color

Deep Pink

Foliage Color

Green

Plant Spread

29"

Good Companions

other part shade or full sun plants

Plant Height

29"

Scape Height

NA

Hardness Zone

3-8

Soil Moisture

Low-Average water needs

Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes

Cross between common shrub peony and a tree peony

Bloom Time

Late spring/early summer

Critter Resistance

Deer, Rabbits

Exposure

Full Sun - Part Shade

Growth Rate

Medium

Seasonal Interests

Spring/Summer