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Hillary – Itoh Peony – Paeonia Hybrida

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Hillary – Itoh Peony – Paeonia Hybrida - Oldboy&

Description

Hillary Itoh Peony (Paeonia hybrida) showcases dramatic early-season blooms that open in rich dark pink tones, fading gently to creamy blush at the petal tips. Each semi-double to fully double bloom retains a vibrant pink centre, creating an enchanting glowing effect. A vigorous, long-flowering variety ideal for gardeners seeking elegance and colour transformation.

🌿 Key Features

• Botanical Name: Paeonia hybrida ‘Hillary’
• Flower Type: Semi-double to double
• Bloom Colours: Deep pink to cream fade with pink centre
• Bloom Time: October to December
• Height: 60–80 cm
• Aspect: Full sun to part shade
• Water-Wise: Yes – low summer needs once established
• Frost Hardy: Yes – thrives in cool zones 1–3
• Supplied As: Bare-root in peat (Jun–Aug planting)
• End Use: Garden focal, cutting gardens, naturalising

🌼 Why You Should Buy

• Dynamic Colour Shift: Pink to cream transition with radiant centres
• Extended Bloom Season: Early and prolific flowering into summer
• Cold Hardy & Resilient: Performs beautifully in cooler climates
• Compact & Showy: Perfect for borders or feature beds
• Low Maintenance: Once established, easy to grow and maintain

🌱 Itoh Peony Growing Guide

Itoh or intersectional peonies blend herbaceous and tree peony traits:

• Soil: Prefers well-drained, rich soil with pH around 6.5
• Planting Depth: Shoots no deeper than 5 cm below surface
• Spacing: ~1 m between plants
• Watering: Moderate—reduce in dormant summer period
• Feeding: Blood & bone or compost at planting, plus general fertiliser in spring/autumn
• Winter Maintenance: Cut back to 10 cm to avoid botrytis
• Dividing: Only in dormant period, every few years if necessary
• Potted Growth: Possible with consistent winter chill and rich soil mix

❓ FAQs

Can Hillary peony grow in pots?
Yes, but requires rich soil, winter chill, and strong fertilisation.

How tall does it grow?
Reaches 60–80 cm at maturity.

Does it change colour?
Yes! Blooms shift from deep pink to cream with a glowing centre.

When does it flower?
From October through December (early to mid-season).

Is it good for cutting?
Absolutely—its strong stems and showy blooms are perfect for vases.