Yankee Doodle Dandee Itoh Peony

Hybrid Itoh peonies are known for combining the attractive habit of herbaceous peonies and the massive blooms of tree peonies. Varieties like Yankee Doodle Dandee Itoh Peony are a perfect way to invite a sense of whimsy and charm to the garden. It features large, semi-double flowers in a beautiful shade of rich pink with cream undertones and bright yellow centers. And since each stem produces multiple buds, this peony's dome-shaped habit will be covered in beautiful blooms. The strong woody stems won't need staking, and the whole plant is remarkably hardy. It all adds up to a charming peony shrub that will last in your garden for years to come. Paeonia itoh 'Yankee Doodle Dandy'

Peonies have few requirements: give them a sunny well-drained location, plant 2-4' apart, with the eyes (new buds at the crown) no more than 2" below soil level and apply fertilizer or compost in spring. They take a while to establish, often 3 years before the first bloom--but the wait is worth it. They are heirloom quality. Let them grow undisturbed and they will bring joy to you and your loved ones through the decades.