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Cora Louise Itoh Peony - 5 Gallon
SKU:
1876890
UPC:
014949226544
$99.99
- Large, semi-double, lightly fragrant white blooms with dramatic dark lavender central flares
- Exceptionally vigorous—can produce up to 50 blooms in a single season
- Sturdy flower stems hold blooms upright with no staking needed
- Fast-growing, clumping perennial quickly reaches about 3 ft. tall and 3 ft. wide
Cora Louise Itoh Peony (Paeonia x ‘Cora Louise’) is an outstanding intersectional peony prized for its large, semi-double, lightly fragrant flowers—crisp white petals dramatically accented by dark lavender flares at the center. Blooming in late spring, this especially vigorous plant can produce up to 50 showy blooms in a season, all held high on sturdy stems that require no staking. Lush, toothed green foliage forms a full, substantial mound that looks beautiful in borders or large containers, and the blooms make a stunning addition to spring bouquets. Plant in full sun to partial sun, keep soil evenly moist (not soggy), and enjoy a long-lived, high-impact perennial with reliable performance and easy-care appeal.
Plant Overview
Cora Louise is an Itoh (intersectional) peony—known for combining big blooms with sturdy stems and a vigorous, garden-friendly habit.
- Botanical name: Paeonia x ‘Cora Louise’
- Plant type: Herbaceous perennial
- Growth habit: Full, mounding clump
Blooms & Fragrance
Large, semi-double blossoms are lightly fragrant and beautifully bicolored—white petals with striking dark lavender flares near the center.
- Flower form: Semi-double
- Fragrance: Lightly fragrant
- Color: White with dark lavender central flares
Bloom Time
Provides a standout late-spring flower show, perfect for bridging the season between early spring bulbs and summer perennials.
- Bloom time: Late spring
Flower Power (Up to 50 Blooms)
Exceptionally vigorous and floriferous once established, producing a remarkable number of blooms in a single season.
- Bloom quantity: Up to 50 blooms per season
- Display: Flowers held above foliage for maximum impact
Size & Growth Habit
Forms a substantial, tidy mound with a balanced footprint that works well as a focal point in mixed borders.
- Mature size: About 3 ft. tall and 3 ft. wide
- Growth rate: Fast
- Foliage: Lush, toothed green leaves
Staking & Support
Strong, sturdy stems support the large blooms naturally—no staking required.
- Staking: Not needed
- Benefit: Upright presentation improves garden display and cutting stems
Light Requirements
Full sun encourages the strongest stems and best bloom performance, with partial sun also suitable.
- Light: Full sun to partial sun
Watering Guidance
Keep soil evenly moist but never waterlogged. Deep, regular watering is especially important during the first growing season.
- Water: Keep soil moist, but not soggy
- Establishment: Water deeply and regularly in the first growing season
- After establishment: Reduce frequency while maintaining consistent moisture
Soil & Planting
Plant in enriched, slightly acidic, well-drained soil that stays evenly moist. Set the crown slightly below soil level for best establishment.
- Soil: Enriched, slightly acidic, well-drained, moist
- Planting depth: Crown slightly below soil level
- Tip: Avoid poorly drained sites to reduce stress on roots
Fertilizing & Compost
Build long-term vigor with organic matter. An annual side dressing supports strong growth and abundant flowering.
- Amendment: Annual side dressing of organic compost
- Best practice: Maintain a healthy, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil profile
Pruning & Seasonal Care
Simple maintenance keeps the plant looking fresh and supports next year’s performance.
- Remove spent blooms after flowering
- Prune back foliage in the fall
Wildlife & Resilience
A strong performer in real-world gardens, with helpful resistance traits for easier maintenance in mixed plantings.
- Deer resistant
- Tolerates urban pollution
- Special features: Easy care, fast growing
Landscape Uses
A versatile choice for high-impact spring color and premium cut flowers.
- Landscape use: Border, container
- Cut flowers: Excellent for spring bouquets
- Design tip: Place where the late-spring bloom show can be appreciated up close
Companion Plants
Pair with shrubs and perennials that complement late-spring bloom and provide layered texture through summer.
- Weigela (Weigela)
- Viburnum (Viburnum)
- Coneflower (Echinacea)
- Sweetspire (Itea)
- Phlox (Phlox)
- Delphinium (Delphinium)
Botanical Details & Itoh Background
Itoh peonies (intersectional hybrids) were first hybridized by Toichi Itoh in 1948 as a cross between woody tree peonies and herbaceous peonies. They offer enormous blooms and foliage like tree peonies, paired with vigorous growth and stronger stems, while still dying back in fall like herbaceous peonies.
- Pronunciation: pay-OHN-ee-uh
- SKU: 03909
- Growing zones: 4–9
- Large, semi-double, lightly fragrant white blooms with dramatic dark lavender central flares
- Exceptionally vigorous—can produce up to 50 blooms in a single season
- Sturdy flower stems hold blooms upright with no staking needed
- Fast-growing, clumping perennial quickly reaches about 3 ft. tall and 3 ft. wide
Cora Louise Itoh Peony (Paeonia x ‘Cora Louise’) is an outstanding intersectional peony prized for its large, semi-double, lightly fragrant flowers—crisp white petals dramatically accented by dark lavender flares at the center. Blooming in late spring, this especially vigorous plant can produce up to 50 showy blooms in a season, all held high on sturdy stems that require no staking. Lush, toothed green foliage forms a full, substantial mound that looks beautiful in borders or large containers, and the blooms make a stunning addition to spring bouquets. Plant in full sun to partial sun, keep soil evenly moist (not soggy), and enjoy a long-lived, high-impact perennial with reliable performance and easy-care appeal.
Plant Overview
Cora Louise is an Itoh (intersectional) peony—known for combining big blooms with sturdy stems and a vigorous, garden-friendly habit.
- Botanical name: Paeonia x ‘Cora Louise’
- Plant type: Herbaceous perennial
- Growth habit: Full, mounding clump
Blooms & Fragrance
Large, semi-double blossoms are lightly fragrant and beautifully bicolored—white petals with striking dark lavender flares near the center.
- Flower form: Semi-double
- Fragrance: Lightly fragrant
- Color: White with dark lavender central flares
Bloom Time
Provides a standout late-spring flower show, perfect for bridging the season between early spring bulbs and summer perennials.
- Bloom time: Late spring
Flower Power (Up to 50 Blooms)
Exceptionally vigorous and floriferous once established, producing a remarkable number of blooms in a single season.
- Bloom quantity: Up to 50 blooms per season
- Display: Flowers held above foliage for maximum impact
Size & Growth Habit
Forms a substantial, tidy mound with a balanced footprint that works well as a focal point in mixed borders.
- Mature size: About 3 ft. tall and 3 ft. wide
- Growth rate: Fast
- Foliage: Lush, toothed green leaves
Staking & Support
Strong, sturdy stems support the large blooms naturally—no staking required.
- Staking: Not needed
- Benefit: Upright presentation improves garden display and cutting stems
Light Requirements
Full sun encourages the strongest stems and best bloom performance, with partial sun also suitable.
- Light: Full sun to partial sun
Watering Guidance
Keep soil evenly moist but never waterlogged. Deep, regular watering is especially important during the first growing season.
- Water: Keep soil moist, but not soggy
- Establishment: Water deeply and regularly in the first growing season
- After establishment: Reduce frequency while maintaining consistent moisture
Soil & Planting
Plant in enriched, slightly acidic, well-drained soil that stays evenly moist. Set the crown slightly below soil level for best establishment.
- Soil: Enriched, slightly acidic, well-drained, moist
- Planting depth: Crown slightly below soil level
- Tip: Avoid poorly drained sites to reduce stress on roots
Fertilizing & Compost
Build long-term vigor with organic matter. An annual side dressing supports strong growth and abundant flowering.
- Amendment: Annual side dressing of organic compost
- Best practice: Maintain a healthy, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil profile
Pruning & Seasonal Care
Simple maintenance keeps the plant looking fresh and supports next year’s performance.
- Remove spent blooms after flowering
- Prune back foliage in the fall
Wildlife & Resilience
A strong performer in real-world gardens, with helpful resistance traits for easier maintenance in mixed plantings.
- Deer resistant
- Tolerates urban pollution
- Special features: Easy care, fast growing
Landscape Uses
A versatile choice for high-impact spring color and premium cut flowers.
- Landscape use: Border, container
- Cut flowers: Excellent for spring bouquets
- Design tip: Place where the late-spring bloom show can be appreciated up close
Companion Plants
Pair with shrubs and perennials that complement late-spring bloom and provide layered texture through summer.
- Weigela (Weigela)
- Viburnum (Viburnum)
- Coneflower (Echinacea)
- Sweetspire (Itea)
- Phlox (Phlox)
- Delphinium (Delphinium)
Botanical Details & Itoh Background
Itoh peonies (intersectional hybrids) were first hybridized by Toichi Itoh in 1948 as a cross between woody tree peonies and herbaceous peonies. They offer enormous blooms and foliage like tree peonies, paired with vigorous growth and stronger stems, while still dying back in fall like herbaceous peonies.
- Pronunciation: pay-OHN-ee-uh
- SKU: 03909
- Growing zones: 4–9
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