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Simply Red – Itoh Peony – Paeonia hybrida

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Simply Red – Itoh Peony – Paeonia hybrida - Oldboy&

Description

Simply Red – Itoh Peony (Paeonia hybrida) is a bold and dramatic intersectional variety showcasing rich mahogany-red single to semi-double blooms. These fragrant flowers emerge in mid-spring and rest beautifully above finely cut, elegant foliage. With a compact 60–80 cm height and strong cold tolerance, this peony thrives in Australian cool climate gardens. Long-flowering, frost hardy, and ideal for garden beds or floral arrangements.

🌿 Key Features
• Botanical Name: Paeonia hybrida ‘Simply Red’
• Flower Type: Single to semi-double
• Bloom Colours: Deep mahogany-red
• Bloom Time: October to November
• Height: 60–80 cm
• Aspect: Full sun to semi-shade
• Water-Wise: Yes – low summer needs once established
• Frost Hardy: Yes – thrives in cool zones 1–3
• Supplied As: Bare-root in peat (May–July planting)
• End Use: Garden beds, cut flowers, clumping displays

🌼 Why You Should Buy
• Bold colour makes it a striking garden focal point
• Fragrant blooms paired with finely cut foliage
• Mid-season flowering adds variety to peony displays
• Compact size perfect for borders and feature spots
• Reliable and low maintenance in cold regions

🌱 Itoh Peony Growing Guide
Itoh peonies combine the resilience of herbaceous types with the structure of tree peonies:

• Soil: Well-drained, rich soil with pH around 6.5
• Planting Depth: Shoots should be no more than 5 cm deep
• Spacing: Space approx. 1 metre apart
• Watering: Moderate; reduce during dormancy
• Feeding: Apply blood and bone or compost at planting, general fertiliser in spring/autumn
• Winter Maintenance: Cut stems to 10 cm above ground before leaves drop to prevent disease
• Dividing: Only in dormancy, every few years if needed
• Potted Growth: Possible with winter chill and regular feeding

❓ FAQs
Can Simply Red grow in pots?
Yes, but it needs winter chill and nutrient-rich soil.

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

When does it flower?
Flowers from October through November.

Is it suitable for cutting?
Yes, it makes an excellent cut flower thanks to bold colour and strong stems.

Does it have a strong scent?
Yes, blooms are lightly fragrant and enhance the sensory appeal of the plant.