Proof that beauty and strength can coincide, the Itoh Peony Julia Rose from Roberta's is a gorgeous, sturdy hybrid peony. The large blossoms open to orange and apricot with delicate purple flushed edges. From Roberta's.
Type: perennial
Uses: ideal as large container-grown plant, border, and for landscaping or gardens
Shipped as: one bare root
Zones: USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9
Spacing: plant 40" to 50" apart
Exposure: full to partial sun
Water: water thoroughly once per week during summer, making sure water reaches all of root zone
Fertilize: once per month in active growing season
Blooms: late spring to early summer in second season
Mature Height and Spread: 30"H to 40"H with a similar spread
Winterize: after first heavy frost, cut stalks back to the ground; or wait until early spring to just remove withered foliage
Attracts: butterflies, hummingbirds
Resists: deer, rabbits
Drought Tolerant: no
Heat Tolerant: yes
Fragrant: yes
Edible: no
1-year Limited Manufacturer's Warranty
Ships at the appropriate time for planting in your area