Oochigeas Itoh Peony
A legendary peony with tons of blooms
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- flowering dateLate spring
- hardiness zone3-9
- height24 - 28 inches
- restricted statesAE AK GU HI PR
- ship asPREMIUM
- sun exposureFull Sun
- Surprising color combination
- Lush, long-lasting foliage
- A name with a beautiful story
Itoh peonies are a treasure of hybridization, showing off the attractive plant habit of herbaceous peonies and the massive, gorgeous flowers of tree peonies. Itoh varieties are difficult to obtain, however, so we are delighted to have new varieties to offer—especially when that new variety is as special as Oochigeas. This peony produces boatloads of gorgeous, rounded and fully double blooms, in an unexpected, interesting color combination. The blooms appear in late spring, on a medium-sized bush. Lush foliage will keep the plant handsome for months after the blooms have finished. Peonies can last for decades in the garden, so it would make a great foundation plant. You could also put it in a perennial border or cutting garden. This peony's name, Oochigeas, is in reference to a young woman in an Algonquian legend that's similar to Cinderella.Paeonia itoh'Oochigeas'
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.
Product Details
- botanical namePaeonia itoh 'Oochigeas'
- flowering dateLate spring
- flower colorPink
- flower formLarge, double flowers
- formPerennial
- growth rateSlow
- hardiness zone3-9
- height24 - 28 inches
- planting instructionsDig a hole large enough to spread out roots without bending them. Set crown with buds 1" - 2" below ground-level. Water in thoroughly. Plant at least 6 weeks before ground freezes.
- pruningRemove spent flower stems after flowering to maintain an attractive bush type perennial all summer long. After flowering
- restricted statesAE AK GU HI PR
- shipping seasonFall
- ship asPREMIUM
- soil requirementWell drained, humus enriched soil that is moisture retentive
- spacing24 - 36 inches
- spread29 - 35 inches
- sun exposureFull Sun
- winter careClean up dead leaves in fall to prevent disease problems. Mulch hardy.
Shipping Schedule
When will my order ship?
Plants will be shipped at the proper planting time for your area of the country during the shipping timeframes outlined below:
| 2024 Fall Shipping Schedule | |
|---|---|
| Zone | Most Dormant Bareroot & Potted Perennials, and Shrubs |
| 3A-4B | 9/2/24 - 10/25/24 |
| 5A | 9/2/24 - 10/25/24 |
| 5B | 9/2/24 - 10/25/24 |
| 6A & 6B | 9/2/24 - 10/25/24 |
| 7A | 9/23/24 - 11/8/24 |
| 7B | 9/23/24 - 11/8/24 |
| 8A & 8B | 9/23/24 - 11/8/24 |
| 9A-9B | 9/23/24 - 11/8/24 |
| 10A-10B | 9/23/24 - 11/8/24 |
| Last Order Date | Zones 3A - 6B: 10/21/24 Zones 7A - 10B: 11/4/24 |
