Peony Itoh 'Cora Louise'
Peony Itoh 'Cora Louise' is a refined intersectional peony featuring large creamy white blooms accented by soft lavender flares at the base of each petal. Flowering in late spring to early summer, its strong stems hold the blossoms upright above a full mound of deeply cut foliage, combining the elegance of tree peonies with the durability of herbaceous types.
Height & Spread: 24 - 36 in x 24 - 36 in
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
Light Requirements: Full sun to part sun
Soil Preference: Average well drained soil
Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture without wet conditions
Deer Resistance: Deer resistant
Native Status
This Itoh peony is a hybrid developed by crossing herbaceous and tree peonies and is not native to North America. It was selected for improved flower form, strong stems, and reliable garden performance.
WILDLIFE & INSECTS
Bees
- Attracts native bees and bumblebees which gather pollen from the open centers of the large blooms.
Spacing & Landscape Use
Spacing Recommendations
- Space 24 - 36 in apart to allow each plant to develop a full rounded form.
Landscape Placement
- Ideal for mixed borders and focal plantings where its large blooms and sturdy stems create a strong seasonal display without the need for staking.
Companion Plants
- Hydrangea paniculata 'Little Lime' (Panicle Hydrangea) - Provides midsummer to fall blooms that extend seasonal interest beyond peony flowering.
- Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' (Meadow Sage) - Adds vertical contrast and early summer color alongside peony blooms.
- Nepeta faassenii 'Walker's Low' (Catmint) - Brings a soft flowing habit that complements the structured peony form.
- Allium 'Millenium' (Ornamental Onion) - Introduces midsummer blooms that follow peony flowering and support pollinators.
- Geranium 'Rozanne' (Hardy Geranium) - Offers long lasting color and ground level coverage beneath the foliage.