Paeonia Itoh 'Bartzella'
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking reliable, deer-resistant floral beauty.
Discover the Paeonia Itoh 'Bartzella', a stunning intersectional hybrid peony celebrated for its large, fully double blooms up to 9 inches wide. These magnificent flowers boast creamy outer petals that transition to rich yellow centers, accented by red flares, and emit a delightful zesty lemon fragrance. This long-lived perennial offers modern vigor with classic peony beauty, exhibiting excellent disease resistance and tolerance to various conditions. It reaches approximately 3 feet in height and width, providing dependable blooms for decades and is resistant to deer and rabbits, making it an ideal choice for borders and cut flower arrangements.
$46.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
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Category Rank
1618
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#1618 in Flowers
Price vs Category Average
+16%
Above average
SKU
49335
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a rare, vibrant focal point for their landscape
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance plants that stand tall without staking
- Landscapers looking for lush, season-long foliage beyond the flowering period
Who should skip it
- Residents in warm climates lacking sufficient winter chill
- Budget-conscious buyers looking for affordable starter perennials
- Impatient gardeners wanting immediate, full-scale floral displays
Performance breakdown
Bloom Impact
Massive nine-inch double flowers create an immediate, high-drama focal point.
Garden Resilience
Superior disease resistance and deer deterrence ensure a stress-free growing experience.
Fragrance Profile
Distinctive zesty lemon notes provide a refreshing sensory addition to gardens.
Longevity
Intersectional hybrids offer decades of reliable, vigorous perennial performance.
Adaptability
Thrives across diverse climates and soil types with minimal fuss.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy stems and long-lasting blooms make these perfect for indoor arrangements.
Key Specs
SKU
49335
Item Form
Bareroot
Mature Height
3 Feet
Mature Width
3 Feet
Bloom Color
Red, Yellow
Foliage Color
Dark Green
Hardiness Zones
3 - 8
State Shipping Restrictions
GU, PR, VI
Features
- Large, double blooms up to 9 inches wide.
- Invigorating zesty lemon fragrance.
- Superior resistance to Peony Blight.
- Tolerant of heat, humidity, and poor soil.
- Long-lived and blooms dependably for decades.
- Highly resistant to deer and rabbits.
- Excellent as a long-lasting cut flower.
- Combines modern vigor with classic beauty.
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the spectacular design of the 'Bartzella' peony, noting the huge, vibrant yellow blooms are truly unique and worth the wait. The primary theme is long term quality and reliability. While some initial concerns exist regarding the size of the bare root upon delivery, established plants show exceptional vigor and bloom fidelity. This peony delivers a stunning garden impact, justifying its premium status for serious gardeners seeking reliable, showstopping color.
Know before you buy
The 'Bartzella' is known for its impressive size, producing fully double blooms that can reach up to 9 inches in diameter.
Yes, this variety is highly resistant to both deer and rabbits, making it a reliable choice for gardens where these animals are a common concern.
For the best results, plant your 'Bartzella' in a location that receives full sun to partial shade. It is quite adaptable, but consistent light helps ensure the most vigorous flowering.
Not at all. As an intersectional hybrid, it combines the classic beauty of a peony with modern vigor, offering superior disease resistance and the ability to tolerate heat, humidity, and varying soil types.
The 'Bartzella' is a long-lived perennial shrub. With proper planting and care, it is capable of blooming dependably for decades.
Absolutely. These peonies make excellent, long-lasting cut flowers and will fill your home with a delightful, zesty lemon fragrance.
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