{"product_id":"peony-itoh-first-arrival","title":"Peony Itoh 'First Arrival'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeony Itoh 'First Arrival'\u003c\/strong\u003e is an early blooming intersectional peony known for its large semi double lavender pink flowers with soft ruffled petals and a gentle fragrance. Strong stems hold the blooms upright above deep green foliage, creating a refined and reliable presence in sunny borders while offering excellent cut flower potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 - 30 in x 24 - 30 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring\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 during establishment\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 between herbaceous and tree peonies and is not native to North America. It was developed for improved flower form, stronger stems, and extended 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 gather pollen from the open centers of the early blooms.\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 during its late spring flowering period.\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 24 - 30 in apart to allow each plant to develop a full rounded habit with good air circulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for mixed borders, foundation plantings, and cutting gardens where its early blooms and sturdy stems provide both structure and seasonal interest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSalvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' (Meadow Sage)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds vertical contrast and deep violet tones that complement the soft pink flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNepeta faassenii 'Walker's Low' (Catmint)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides a soft mounding form and extended bloom that follows the peony season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIris germanica 'Immortality' (Bearded Iris)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers upright structure and coordinated bloom timing with crisp white flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAllium 'Globemaster' (Ornamental Onion)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Brings bold spherical blooms that contrast in both form and scale.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeranium 'Rozanne' (Hardy Geranium)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Creates a low spreading base of long blooming color around the peony.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"5 Gallon","offer_id":45948373663905,"sku":"PAEONIA ITOH FIRST ARRIVAL","price":49.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/peofirsarr.jpg?v=1585318861","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/peony-itoh-first-arrival","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}