Paeonia Itoh 'Singing in the Rain'

Paeonia Itoh 'Singing in the Rain' is an exclusive intersectional peony that stands out with its distinctive copper-colored flowers, vigorous growth, and abundant bloom. This beautiful Itoh hybrid blooms early to mid-season and combines the robust characteristics of tree peonies with the exuberant flowering of herbaceous peonies. Thanks to its warm flower color and natural appearance, 'Singing in the Rain' is a striking addition to any border or perennial garden.

The large, semi-double flowers open in a unique copper-colored hue with warm nuances of gold, apricot, and soft orange. These special colors change subtly as the flowers open further, giving the plant a fresh look throughout the flowering period. The open flower shape beautifully displays the golden-yellow stamens, giving the flowers not only an elegant appearance but also making them particularly attractive to bees, bumblebees, and other pollinating insects. This makes Paeonia Itoh 'Singing in the Rain' an excellent choice for a colorful and insect-friendly garden.

Moreover, this cultivar is known for its vigorous growth. The compact plant forms sturdy stems that effortlessly support the large flowers without the need for support. The deeply incised, dark green foliage remains decorative throughout the entire growing season and provides structure and ornamental value in the border even after flowering.

Paeonia Itoh 'Singing in the Rain' grows best in a sunny to lightly shaded location in well-drained, nutritious soil. Once well established, this hardy perennial is particularly low-maintenance and can continue to grow in the same spot for decades. Year after year, the plant develops into a richly flowering clump with an increasing number of flowers.

Thanks to its warm copper colour, 'Singing in the Rain' combines beautifully with purple salvias, blue delphiniums, ornamental grasses, and white- or yellow-flowering perennials. This Itoh peony is also an excellent choice as an exclusive cut flower, thanks to its strong stems and long vase life.

With its unique copper-colored flowers, vigorous growth, and strong attraction to pollinating insects, Paeonia Itoh 'Singing in the Rain' is one of the most exceptional Itoh peonies for any garden.