Ito-peonies - a new round in the selection of peonies. They grow in the form of large bushes with green foliage, in which 40 flowers can bloom at the same time. Their feature is the presence of yellow petals, as well as many other palettes.
Ito-peonies - what kind of species is this, the history of creation
Ito-peonies - a variety created by crossing a tree-like and grassy peony. The scientist Toichi Ito was the first to produce 6 plants with yellow flowers. In his honor, the hybrid was named.
Ito-peonies will be a wonderful decoration of any garden
Short description, characteristic
The maximum height of the plant is 1 meter. The bush always keeps its shape, large flowers (up to 20 cm in diameter) do not make branches sag. Ito-peonies can grow 18-20 years. The older the plant, the larger the flowers.
Additional Information! The shape of the flowers can be simple, terry and semi-double.
Advantages and disadvantages of the species
During flower growing, gardeners are faced with the advantages and disadvantages of the hybrid. Ito-peonies can boast of such positive qualities as:
- frost resistance - adult plants are able to tolerate frosts 25-30 ℃ below zero, young ones up to -10 ℃;
- long and plentiful flowering period;
- disease resistance;
- unique color and a wide palette of choice of colors;
- reproduction in any vegetative way.
Their main disadvantage is considerable cost. There are others:
- a small selection of varieties with double petals;
- poor resistance to hot weather. With frequent watering, the stems will not fall and the plant will not wilt.
Use in landscape design
Ito-hybrids are widely used in landscape design. They are planted both as a group and individually. Due to the stability of peduncles, the bush keeps its shape and the shoots do not lie under the weight of the flowers. Foliage attracts the human eye even with the onset of the first frosts. Their uniqueness lies in the variety of colors, shapes and long flowering.
Ito-peonies look good together with other colors
The most sought after varieties among gardeners
The selection of Ito varieties is the widest. Basically, they were all bred in the United States.
Hillary
Peony Hillary has a semi-double shape, red and yellow. Depending on weather conditions, the shade may vary. The height of the bush reaches 65 cm.
Border Charm
It has a half-maple shape. In the middle of the flower is a red spot. Peony Border Charm itself has a yellow color with brighter edges.
Scrumdidleiapshes (Scrumdidleumptious)
A bright red color is characteristic of the peony flower Scrumdidliapes. The foliage is dark green. The bush reaches up to 70 cm in height.
Lollipop (Lollipop)
The form can be terry or semi-double. The diameter of the yellow flower with red stripes reaches 17 cm. Lollipop is famous for its abundant flowering.
Yellow Crown
The Yellow Crown variety is distinguished by a variety of flower shapes. Its color is necessarily bright yellow. In the center is a light red spot.
Scarlet Heaven
The flower is characterized by a rich red hue, the pistils have orange and red stigmas.
Jubilee
Large buds up to 25 cm in diameter turn into flowers with delicate white petals. Dzhubili is characterized by a high height - up to 100 cm, so this type of tie.
Garden Treasure
Height is up to 1 meter. Terry-shaped flowers in diameter can grow up to 20 cm. Up to 50 buds can open simultaneously on an adult bush.
Garden Treasure is characterized not only by its beautiful view, but also by its pronounced aroma
Joanna Marlene
It has unusually beautiful buds. Opening gradually, the colors change from dark peach to golden. The shape of the flowers is semi-double.
Watermelon Wine
The buds are dark crimson. The opened petals give a pleasant aroma.
Unique (Unique)
Is a representative of wine peonies. The shape of the flowers is simple. They have a delicate, faint aroma.
Other
In addition to the described species, there are others. For example, Ito Bartsella is a peony with bright yellow petals and a delicate lemon aroma; Julia Rose is famous for the fact that from the beginning of flowering to the end, the petals change color three times; Canary diamond has light yellow flowers, soft beige, which can acquire a beautiful diamond shine. Paeonia Callie's Memory on the stem has 2-3 buds that slowly open.
Peony Kellis Memory
Growing a flower, how to plant in open ground
Ito-peonies are more difficult to propagate than their herbaceous counterparts. Their roots are quite solid, long, horizontally located, and seeds are rarely obtained.
Planting with root cuttings
They begin to prepare cuttings from the end of July until mid-September, cutting them off the root. After that, the roots are cleaned from the ground. Then they are divided into parts and left in a solution of manganese for 2 hours. After drying, the cuttings are sprinkled with charcoal and left until a crust appears on the slices.
Then the cuttings are suitable for planting. They are planted in a hole with a depth of about 5 cm, and the distance between them is maintained up to 20 cm. If everything is done correctly, seedlings will grow in two years.
Site preparation for disembarkation
What time is the landing
The most suitable period for planting plants in the ground is the end of summer (September - the last month). In urgent moments, you can postpone landing until the end of October.
Location selection
The landing site is practically no different from the conditions for their grassy "relatives". They are undesirable to plant:
- next to trees with a large root system;
- in complete shadow - a place with diffused light is perfect;
- in lowlands, which are filled with water in spring and summer.
How to prepare the soil and flower for planting
A good option for the soil is virgin soil or ready-mixed soil for grassy varieties of peony. Soil with high acidity is categorically not suitable. Periodically recommended to add deoxidizing additives.
Landing Ito-pions is not difficult. It consists of the following steps:
- The first step is to prepare the fathoms and the hole.
- Before planting, moisten the soil.
- At the bottom of the hole lay a layer of drainage and some fertilizer.
- The seedling is placed at such an angle that all the buds are on the same level.
- Then sprinkle with earth so that the kidneys are visible.
Seeding (for breeding)
In order for the seeds to sprout, it is better to choose immature ones. Before the first bud, the seeds should be calcined with sand. In early September, the seedling is planted in open ground.
Caring for Ito Hybrids
The flower, despite its exotic appearance, does not belong to capricious plant species. In leaving, they are not too demanding.
Watering and feeding
Watering should be carried out regularly, focusing on the drying of the upper layer of soil. In hot summers they do not tolerate aridity, and on cool days they can not stand the excess of moisture.
In the third year after planting, the plant is fed. Ito-hybrids have a positive attitude to fertilizers in the form of infusion of wood ash and dolomite flour. The latter is poured into the soil in dry form in the autumn. Infusion can water flowers every 20-25 days.
Additional Information! It is important not to overdo it with top dressing, otherwise the plant will react negatively, which will manifest in its appearance.
Wood ash is often used to fertilize flowers.
Mulching and cultivation
Roots need oxygen for good development. To ensure its constant access, the topsoil should be loose. There is no need for forced mulching. However, it helps to overwinter young bushes.
Preventative treatment
To prevent bacteria or pests from appearing in the plant, gardeners recommend removing old foliage on time. Then the bush is sprayed with copper sulfate, and the soil is poured with diluted Bordeaux liquid.
Flowering hybrid peonies
Peony Ito hybrid blooms for a long period. The first flowers that are found on the stems in the central part of the bush are opened, and then the rest are phased. Their flowering depends on the quality of care provided.
Period of activity and rest
The flowering and dormant times vary depending on the variety, climatic conditions and care. The bush begins to bloom in late May or early June. At the end of flowering, the foliage remains in the form of a green garden decoration. Peace begins with the onset of autumn.
Care during and after flowering
In order for the hybrid to develop normally, the first buds are recommended to be plucked, otherwise the young plant will weaken. Before flowering begins, the flower will respond positively to nitrogen fertilizer. The soil should be loosened and watered abundantly.
What to do if it does not bloom, possible causes
Sometimes it happens that Ito-peony does not bloom. This is usually caused by:
- wrong place for landing - excessive soil moisture, shadow;
- frequent transplants;
- high acidity of the soil;
- imbalance - there are many buds on the seedling, and the root is small;
- illnesses.
Peonies after flowering
When flowering ends, the plant does not lose its former charm, because the remaining green foliage will delight you to frost. This time is good for pruning, replanting and preparing flowers for wintering.
Transfer
The rhizome of the hybrid peony is greatly growing. Make a transplant in the fall, after the bush has bloomed. For this purpose, use stronger plants aged 4-5 years. After cutting the stems, the root is cut to a length of 10-15 cm at an angle of 45 degrees and then divided into parts. Then the manipulations inherent in simple landing are carried out.
Important! While digging out the roots, the bush is first loosened and then pulled out.
Pruning
There is no need to carry out special pruning; it is enough to remove the broken shoots. In general, the bush forms its own shape.
Winter preparations
Young bushes up to 5 years old must be mulched - covered with spruce branches, covered with leaves. In adults and young hybrids, in mid-November, before shoots, it is necessary to cut off all shoots, leaving only shoots up to 10 cm.
Diseases, pests and ways to combat them
Ito-peonies are resistant to many diseases, but the main harm is usually done:
- Aphid. Drinks juice from a bush, which makes it weak. Soapy water will help to remove it from the plant.
- Rust. The leaves are covered with red spots. Infected leaves must be removed and treated with Bordeaux fluid.
- Ants. Harm buds and roots. Chemicals will help get rid of them.
- Bronze The insect eats foliage, petals and a stem. Watering a decoction of wormwood, tansy mixed with chemical agents will help get rid of it.
- Gray rot. In spring, the plant may begin to mold. To combat the disease, it is necessary to water the bush with a suspension of Tiram and cut off the infected shoots.
Sick foliage of Ito-peonies
Ito-peonies are beautiful flowers obtained during the difficult work of breeders. The pickiness in care allows you to grow them for many years. A wide range of colors makes the garden bright and unusual.
