Ito peonies, landing and care

The world of colors and flowering plants is constantly updated, breeders regularly remove new hybrids, which are distinguished by the best level of frost resistance and unpretentiousness. In the moderate zone of Russia, not all perennial flowers can safely grow without ever-emerging problems, but there are cultures that have perfectly adapted to weather conditions. Perhaps the most popular colors on household sections are peonies - royal flowers that have a whole list of positive sides and advantages.

A completely new hybrids appeared on the change of all known herbaceous and tree peonies - it's peonies whose varieties have bright yellow colorful colors. It was this shade that the breeders of the whole world could not receive so long. To date, the best ITO peonies are real flower bed kings, which have long blossoms and huge beautiful colors.

In this article, we consider the peculiarities of the growing of intersection peonies or ITO peonies, we present the characteristics of the most popular varieties of this species, as well as note the important nuances of planting and care.

Features and description of ITO peonies

Peony is a perennial flowering plant, which from ancient times was grown by gardeners. The first mention of growing such plants is dated more than 2,000 years ago. The name of this plant was given in honor of the ancient doctor Peon, who became famous for treating the gods themselves. Peonies began to grow massively in China, where in the gardens it was possible to meet magnificent flowering bushes. It is in this country that the most unusual and popular species and varieties of peonies were displayed. The viewing of the selection work with peonies was adopted by the Japanese. It was the representative of this country that became the creator of a hybrid type of peonies - ITO peonies, in honor of which they are named. This scientist sought to remove the grade of peonies with bright yellow flowers. Before him, it was not possible to anyone. A large number of experiments were conducted and in the end of Tichi ITO achieved success - created a beautiful bustard of peonies with citric yellow flowers, thanks to the crossing of a tree and herbaceous peony.

Works in the removal of yellow ITO peonies began in 1948, and in 1974 the first varieties of this unique variety of colors were opened and described. Until now, followers of the Japanese scientist Taichi Taich continue the work of their teacher's life and bring all new varieties of beautiful and bright peonies.

ITO-hybrids of peonies - what is it? In fact, it is a hybrid plant that was obtained by crossing the tree and herbaceous peony. These plants are also called intersection hybrids that resemble herbaceous views with small positive changes. All ITO peonies differ from the mother's species more beautiful and the right shape of the flower, simply affects the abundance of shades of petals, abundant and prolonged flowering is also the positive quality of the new type of peonies. According to ITO, the peonies inherited only the best quality of the two main species and became one of the most popular colors among the gardeners.

Description of ITO peonies:

• As already noted above, ITO peonies appeared due to the crossing of grassy and tree representatives of this kind.
• Ito peonies are perennial herbaceous plants, which at the end of the 20th century were highlighted in a separate subspecies.
• The root system is represented by fleshy stewed tubers, like tree peonies.
• In the height of the bushes of these colors can reach about 50-100 cm.
• Buckets are formed with dense and strong stems, slightly deviating and bending. The characteristic feature of this type of peonies is all the stalks of the plant partially or completely die into winter time, and in the spring they grow again. This feature belongs to grass and peonies.
• The stems are very strong and quickly grow up on the parties, which makes the bush more lush and beautiful, and also helps keep the right shape.
• The stems are tightly covered with foliage, very dense and carved, dark green shade. In the fall, the leaves of the ITO peonies become bright and colorful, some varieties are distinguished by the fact that the foxes do not fade even when the frost occurs.
• The main decoration and dignity of the new type of peonies are flowers that are noticeably different from maternal varieties.
• In diameter, some flowers can reach 20 cm than very much resemble the flowers of tree peonies.
• Flowers of ITO peonies and in shape: distinguish simple, terry and semi-grade flowers.
• A distinctive feature of flowers is the fact that their size and the degree of terrain are directly dependent on the age of the bush. The older becomes a bush of ITO PION, the more his flowers become more and more. For an exception, of course, very old copies.
• Amazing imagination and painting of peonies. There are varieties with red, white, yellow, purple, purple and multicolor flowers. But the same distinctive feature remains a contrasting middle of a flower or bright strokes for all petals. Pretty exclusive varieties with chameleon flowers are derived, when flowers with yellow, lilac, pink petals can be blown on one bush at the same time.
• Flowering in ITO peonies is longer and later. On average, flowers bloom for three weeks. At the same time, the buds are revealed in turn, the first flower always appears in the center of the bush.
• Flowers and flowers have good stability, thanks to which the bush during flowering is not falling apart and keeps the form.
• Many sorts of ITO peonies have a fragrant aroma, something resembling citrus.
• Peonies of this species and excellent frost resistance are distinguished. They can do without shelter even in the climatic conditions of Siberia.
• Ito peonies are big long-livers than tree-like and herbaceous species - in one place can grow about 18-20 years.

Variety of popular varieties of ITO peonies

Since the appearance of the first grade, ITO peonies has passed a lot of time for which scientists are simply withdrawn by a huge number of new types of ITO peonies, the best of which is difficult to allocate. Each variety is characterized by a height of a bush, colors and cultivation conditions. In the territory of Russia, approximately 30 best varieties of ITO peonies are used in popularity in the opinion of the gardeners who choose them. Consider the characteristics of some varieties.

• Ito Peony Garden Tour. This is a variety of American selection, which was led in 1984 and received a lot of awards. Ito, Peony Garden Trezz belongs to the yellow group, to obtain which breeders so sought. He has a large, terry, bright yellow shade with a contrasting reddish spot in the center. Flowers exude a nice fragrant fragrance. The bush of this variety in height can reach 100-120 cm, and in the width grows up to 1.5 m. At the adult bush at the same time can bloom up to 50 colors, which differ in flowering duration.

• Ito Peony Hillary. Also a very beautiful and spectacular variety of a new type of peonies. The variety of American selection, which was led in 1999. Bustic height reaches approximately 50-60 cm, it is distinguished by rather large semi-grade colors, in diameter reaching 18-20 cm. Flowers have a beautiful carmine-cherry tint - the edges of the petals are pale pink, and the middle of the cherry. This variety has a feature to change the shade of colors depending on the degree of disclosure of buds. The more flower is revealed, the paler it is painting. On one bush, the colors of different shades can be at the same time.

• Ito Peony Lollipop. It is a very beautiful and spectacular variety of TION, which can be called a real masterpiece. The variety of American selection was led in 1999. In height, the plant reaches approximately 80 cm. Bucket is dense, rounded shape. Blossom starts at the very beginning of summer. Medium-sized flowers, in diameter are about 16-17 cm. The petals of a yellow shade with large reddish or purple strokes and a middle, which makes flowers just delightful.

• Ito Peon Bartzell. This is a variety of American selection, which was led in 1986. In height, the plant reaches approximately 80-90 cm. Differs in early bloom, which comes from April and lasts until the end of May. Flowers are very large and terry, in diameter reach approximately 20-25 cm, they bloom in turn, which extends blossoms up to a month. Yellow flowers with red strokes in the center, have a pleasant fragrance. The decorativeness of this variety of peony gives foliage, which in the fall becomes a bronze shade. Another distinctive feature of ITO Pion Bartzell is the fact that his flowers can stand in the cut for a long time.

• The variety of ITO Peony Julia Rose. The variety of American selection, derived in 1991. In the height, the bustice reaches about 80-90 cm. It is distinguished by beautiful, silky colors, in diameter reaching 16-17 cm. Flowers are semi-marched, almost no smell. The shade of colors varies depending on the degree of its disclosure. At the beginning, they are a dark red shade, then become pink with a red middle, and at the end become yellowish. Simultaneously on one bush, flowers of different colors can be located. This variety is one of the most popular.

• Ito Peony Collis Memorie. The bush of this variety in height reaches about 1 m, it is very decorative and spread throughout the year. Blossom starts in May and lasts until June. In complete disclosure, the flowers are very large, in diameter reach 20 cm. At the edges of the petals have a pale pink shade, and in the center - cherry.

• The variety of ITO Peony Scarlet Haven. This is a very unique variety of TION, the flower of which has two rows of bright red shade petals. In the diameter, medium-sized flowers are revealed by about 15 cm. The height of the bus is approximately 70 cm and is distinguished by very thick foliage, which closes all the branches and opens only flowers. Looks very decorative.

The reproduction of ITO peonies: common ways

Ordinary peonies can multiply by seeds and vegetatively, although the second method is much more preferable. Ito peonies are hybrid varieties, so in reproduction of seeds they will completely lose all species signs. In addition, it is also quite difficult to get seeds. Therefore, the only way to get a seedling of ITO peony is to propagate the kestic using a method of fissioning rhizomes. It is also a difficult way, but because of this, the plant is considered very rare and expensive.

The reproduction of ITO peonies with rhizomes

• First of all, it is worth remembering that it is recommended to share the bushes of ITO peonies only when they reach the age of 5-6 years. Otherwise, the seedlings will be bad and may die.
• In the future, the bushes of the ITO of peonies must be divided every 2-3 years, since over time the root system becomes apparent. The fact is that the roots of such peonies are not simple tubers with the kidneys, but a kind of poles with a cereal. It is difficult to divide them.
• The best time to divide the rhizomes of spring or autumn. If you have chosen the spring, you must immediately decide where to plant young plants, as they very quickly begin to start the roots and come true. However, the springtime is bad because you will always have to water the plant, since the roots grow slowly and cannot get water. The autumn time is more preferable for reproduction, as the plant has time to strengthen and take root before the occurrence of winter.
• First of all, it is necessary to gently dig a bush of peony and eliminate its roots from the soil.
• With one bush at the exit, no more than 2-3 fragments should be obtained. At the same time, each fragment should have 3-5 kidneys and as much roots.
• It is recommended to divide the rhizome, while watching the damage to be evenly on all fragments.
• If there are small plots on the roots, they must be considered.
• Every deceive must be planted immediately, after processing growth stimulants.
• Perhaps this method of reproduction will seem difficult for an inexperienced gardener, but with a small snarling everything will turn out.

Preparation before landing ITO PION

Ito peonies are hybrid varieties that are derived with the improvement of all the characteristics and qualities of the plant. These flowers are more resistant to weather conditions, less susceptible to pests and disease, more frost resistant and have a magnificent appearance. Landing this plant is not much different from ordinary peonies, but it all depends on the careful and proper preparation, which is to buy a suitable variety and a high-quality and healthy seedling, as well as searching for the site perfect for ITO to landing.

Stage 1. Selection of varieties and seedlings ITO PION

• First of all, you need to decide on the choice of a specific variety, which should be based on the planned garden composition and your preferences. All varieties of Tiona have a beautiful shape of a bush and bright colors.
• The main thing is to choose the right planting material, which perhaps will deliver some of the troubles of the gardener.
• First of all, to acquire delets is recommended in the fall, approximately in September. It is possible to buy seedlings in the fall in special packaging and in summer with a closed root system or in a pot. This option will be preferable, since already ready-made seedlings are faster and easier to come true.
• If you buy a seedling in the spring, it is necessary to remove the packaging and inspect the seedling, the roots must be wet, and the kidneys are healthy and sleeping. If the plant has not yet woken up, it can be placed in the refrigerator.
• Buy ITO peonies are best in specialized garden centers and nurseries who are professionally engaged in breeding plants.
• Before purchase, carefully inspect the planting material for damage. On the decenes should not be rotten, the kidneys should be pink. When buying seedlings with the root system, the roots must be wet and elastic.

Stage 2. Selection of places for landing ITO peonies

• Ito peonies prefer to grow in open sunny places, as for their full growth and abundant flowering, they need permanent sunlight.
• They can grow both in a light half, but this concerns not all varieties.
• Another condition for a full landing and growth is not a wetland selection. Peonies are descendants of mountain plants, so they nourish the larger dislike for the stagnation of moisture in the roots.
• It is best to choose a plot for planting on an elevation or make a high bed independently.
• Ito peonies are perfect for creating a beautiful garden composition. You can plant on the background of lawn or along the fence, ideally use them for landing by groups and singly.
• It is not necessary to plant ITO peonies in the shade of large trees and high shrubs. It is also not recommended to land under buildings where water flows from the roof and wastewater.

Stage 3. Choice and preparation of the soil for landing ITO peonies

• Ito peonies can perfectly grow on any soil. It is also suitable for rocky soil, and loam, and sandy.
• An important condition for choosing the soil for planting peonies - pH reaction should be neutral or weakly alkaline, but in no case is not acidic. If the acidity of the soil in the chosen location is increased, then it is necessary to add dolomite or limestone flour before planting.
• Another important condition for choosing an ideal landing room is considered to have a quality drainage. If this is not, it must be created independently.
• Before landing, it is important to carefully switch the soil and disintegrate nicknames and dissolve them. For landing it is necessary to prepare a special soil mixture, which should consist of humus, garden land and sand. A few complex mineral fertilizers can be added to the mixture.

Landing ITO peonies - step-by-step instruction

• As noted above, the best time for planting ITO peonies is autumn or spring.
• If you are going to plant the decens, they must be pre-soaked for some time in the growth stimulator. If ready-made seedlings in the pot were purchased for landing, break the soil with water for easier extraction.
• Next, it is necessary to prepare a landing jam, the size of which will depend on the planting material used. The depth of the landing pit must be approximately 45-50 cm and up to 75 cm wide. Some gardeners are recommended to make pits to 70 cm deep and up to 100 cm width.
• Landing pits can be prepared immediately before landing or for some time to it, so that the earth is a little donkey.
• At the bottom of each landing pit, it is necessary to put a layer of drainage, which will help remove excess water when it is clusted at the roots. As a drainage, you can use broken bricks, gravel or minor stones.
• Next, add the soil mixture with a small amount of mineral fertilizers by about 2/3 of the volume of landing pit.
• After that, place the seedlings of the ITO peonies under a slight inclination in such a way that all the kidneys are on the same level horizontally. Next, we gradually fall asleep the soapins of the soil, the main thing is that the kidneys are bundled about 3-5 cm from the soil surface. If you plant a seedling from a pot, the plant is placed together with an earthy room.
• After planting the soil around, it is sealing and watering, after which it is murdered.

Agrotechnology of growing ITO peonies: secrets and nuances of care

ITO care with peonies for each gardener, since all actions are standard and do not require additional skills. The main thing is to regularly pay attention to seedlings and they will give you lush and abundant bloom. Ito peonies are very unpretentious and not capricious plants. It is important for them to properly fit, after which it will not require additional efforts.

• Watering. Ito peonies must be watered regularly, but moderate. The main thing is that the roots do not have stagnation of water. Increase irrigation frequency only during the hot summer period. To set the correct mode of irrigation, you can focus on the top layer of the soil. If he is slightly dried, you can bring water again. One adult plant needs about 2 buckets of water. Remember that you need to water in the created groove and be sure to water in the evening.
• Loosening and mulching. Swimming is also an important stage in the care of ITO by ions. After each irrigation, it is worth neatly loosen the soil around the plant. This will provide regular oxygen access to roots, which will lead to lush and abundant flowering. To prevent the evaporation of moisture, the soil in the attractive circle must be mulched.
• Feeding Ito peonies prefer moderation in feeding, so you should not overdo it. First of all, they respond well to Dolomite flour and ash. The flour is mixed with soil, and the ash is dissolved in water and watered. In addition, the spring can be made nitrogen fertilizers, and in the rest of the time you can add phosphoric fertilizers.
• Trimming. Many gardeners recommend the first two years after landing to climb the boutons that the plant is gaining strength and spent everything in full growth. The bush itself does not need a trim, as it is perfectly holding the shape and does not bend under the severity of colors.
• Preparation for winter. Before the onset of winter, all the stems of the ITO of peon are recommended to cut, and the young plant itself needs to cover with a sweetheart. More adult bushes are distinguished by frost resistance, so they do not need shelter.

Photo of Ito Peiona

Ito peonies are a wonderful result of the fruitful work of many breeders. Beautiful and unpretentious flowers will become a real decoration of your site, without requiring enhanced care and anxiety.