Raggedy Ann – Peony – Itoh - Paeonia hybrid

Raggedy Ann Peony (Paeonia hybrida) is an exquisite Itoh (intersectional) variety with dramatic fuchsia flares at the base of ice-pink, cut-edged petals that gently fade to creamy white. With large, striking blooms and a sturdy, upright habit, Raggedy Ann offers vibrant impact in garden beds or floral arrangements, blooming mid-season with grace and flair.

(Intersectional Peony)

🌿 Key Features

• Botanical Name: Paeonia hybrida ‘Raggedy Ann’
• Bloom Colour: Ice-pink petals with deep fuchsia centers, aging to white
• Flower Type: Large, cut-edge mid-season blooms
• Height: 60–80 cm (compact Itoh habit)
• Flower Time: October–November (mid-spring)
• Sunlight: Full sun to part shade
• Water-Wise: Yes—tolerant once established
• Frost Hardy: Yes
• Supplied As: Bare-root tuber in peat (plant June–August)
• Uses: Garden borders, cut flowers, perennial clumps, decorative planting

🌼 Why You Should Buy

• Traffic-Stopping Blooms: Bold color contrast that ages beautifully
• Sturdy & Reliable: Strong stems support large flowers without staking
• High Performance: Itoh hybrids combine herbaceous blooms with woody perennial vigor
• Water-Efficient: Low water demands after establishment
• Low-Maintenance: Hardy once settled, with a tidy, compact growth

🌱 Itoh/Intersectional Peony: Growing Guide

Itoh peonies blend the best of herbaceous and tree peonies—vibrant blooms with strong, woody stems:

• Soil & pH: Prefers neutral to slightly acidic soil (pH 6.5–7.0); enrich with compost or blood & bone
• Planting Depth & Spacing: Plant buds 3–5 cm below soil; space ~1 m apart
• Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade
• Watering: Maintain even moisture during warm months; drought-tolerant later
• Feeding: Apply balanced fertiliser in early spring and after blooming
• Winter Care: May not fully die back; cold exposure enhances flowering—avoid thick mulch
• Pruning: Cut back stems in autumn to 10 cm after leaves drop
• Division: Divide sparingly after 5–7 years in dormancy; replant quickly to preserve root health
• Container Capability: Yes, with deep pots, rich soil, and winter chill

❓ FAQs

Can Raggedy Ann grow well in containers?
Yes, in deep pots (30 cm+), with winter chilling and high-nutrient soil.

When does it bloom in Australia?
Mid-spring, usually October–November.

Is it frost-hardy?
Yes—thrives in frost-prone, cool zones.

What soil pH is ideal?
Slightly acidic to neutral (6.5–7.0) works best.

Does it need staking?
Sturdy stems generally hold large blooms upright; staking optional.