Breck's Canary Brilliants Itoh Peony

Itoh peonies are hybrids that combine the best traits of tree peonies and herbaceous peonies. They offer the sturdy, woody stems and large, long-lasting blooms of tree peonies with the winter hardiness and perennial growth habit of traditional garden peonies.

Once the plant is fully established in your garden, it is capable of producing up to 50 blooms per season. Keep in mind that younger plants will produce fewer flowers initially as they build their root systems.

Canary Brilliants thrives in both full sun and partial shade. While it will bloom most prolifically in a sunny spot, providing some afternoon shade in warmer climates can help the delicate yellow petals last longer.

Yes, this variety is generally resistant to deer browsing. While no plant is entirely deer-proof, the taste and texture of peony foliage are typically unappealing to deer, making them a safer choice for gardens prone to wildlife visits.

Fall is the ideal planting season for this peony. Planting in the fall allows the roots to establish themselves in the cool soil before the plant goes dormant for winter, ensuring a stronger, more vigorous performance when spring arrives.

The Canary Brilliants Itoh Peony reaches a mature height of 28 inches. Because of its hybrid heritage, it features strong, sturdy stems that typically hold the heavy blooms upright without the need for staking or support rings.