{"product_id":"peony-itoh-bartzella","title":"Peony Itoh 'Bartzella'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeony Itoh 'Bartzella'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a standout intersectional peony prized for its large soft yellow blooms and strong upright habit. The semi to fully double flowers appear in late spring to early summer with a light fragrance and are held above deep green foliage that remains attractive throughout the season. Its sturdy stems and long lasting flowers make it a reliable focal point in sunny garden beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 - 36 in x 30 - 36 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring to early summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich well drained soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; prefers consistent moisture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deer resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Itoh peony is a hybrid developed from crossing herbaceous and tree peonies and is not native to North America but is valued for its improved strength, bloom size, and garden performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts native bees and bumblebees which visit the large blooms for pollen during its bloom period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOccasionally visited by butterflies seeking nectar from the open portions of the flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Landscape Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace 30 - 36 in apart to allow for its broad mounding habit and airflow between plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest used as a focal point in perennial borders and foundation plantings where its large blooms and strong structure can stand out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBaptisia australis (False Indigo)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides upright structure and deep blue flowers that contrast with the soft yellow blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSalvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' (Meadow Sage)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds vertical spikes and early summer color that pairs well with peony bloom time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAllium 'Globemaster' (Ornamental Onion)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Introduces bold spherical flowers that complement the rounded peony blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNepeta faassenii 'Walker's Low' (Catmint)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers a soft flowing texture and extended bloom that surrounds the base of the plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIris germanica (Bearded Iris)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Brings strong vertical form and early season color in similar growing conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"5 Gallon","offer_id":45948371435681,"sku":"PAEONIA ITOH BARTZELLA","price":49.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/peonbarzil.jpg?v=1585317590","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/peony-itoh-bartzella","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}