This planting combination is at peak when the showy ITOH peony (Paeonia x 'Smith Opus') is in full, glorious, look-at-me bloom. Post bloom this vignette is a bit more subdued; relying on contrasting foliage color, texture, and form to sustain the scene.
Zone:
5,
6,
7,
8
Exposure:
Afternoon Sun,
Full Sun,
Part Sun
Water Needs:
Average,
Low
Style:
Northwest Eclectic
Features:
Varied Foliage, Texture, and Form,
Deer Resistant,
Fabulous Foliage,
Flower Fest,
Warm Colors
Focus:
Mixed Border,
Pleasing Seasonal Flow,
Small Space
Seasons of Interest:
Spring,
Summer,
Fall,
Three Seasons of Interest
Maintenance Level:
medium
dwarf purpleleaf Japanese barberry
Type:
Shrub
Exposure:
Full Sun, Part Sun, Afternoon Sun, Reflected Heat
Zone:
4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Robert Chapman heather
Type:
Groundcover, Shrub
Exposure:
Full Sun, Part Sun, Part Shade, Afternoon Sun
Zone:
5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Misaka™ (Beautiful Blossom) ITOH Peony
Type:
Shrub
Exposure:
Full Sun, Part Sun, Afternoon Sun, Filtered Sun, Morning Sun, Open Shade
Zone:
4, 5, 6, 7, 8