The Itoh Peony 'Lollipop' is a charming and unique intersectional hybrid peony that combines the best traits of both tree peonies and herbaceous peonies. Here are the key details about this variety:

🌸 Itoh Peony 'Lollipop' – Overview

Type: Itoh (intersectional) peony
Scientific Name: Paeonia × Itoh 'Lollipop'
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
Hardiness Zones: USDA 4–9
Height & Spread: ~24–30 inches tall and wide
Growth Habit: Compact, mounded

🌼 Flower Characteristics

• Color: Creamy yellow base with unique raspberry streaks and splashes – each bloom is a little different, giving it an artistic, almost tie-dyed look.

• Size: Medium to large (around 6–8 inches in diameter)

• Fragrance: Lightly fragrant

• Bloom Duration: Longer bloom season than herbaceous types; blooms over several weeks.

🌿 Foliage & Growth

• Foliage: Deep green, finely cut foliage that remains attractive through summer and fall

• Support Needed: Generally no staking required – strong stems hold flowers upright

• Dieback: Like all Itoh peonies, the top growth dies back in winter

🌞 Growing Conditions

• Sun: Full sun to light shade (at least 6 hours of sunlight daily)

• Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil; amend with compost for best performance

• Water: Regular watering, especially during dry spells; avoid soggy conditions