Julia Rose Itoh Peony Thornless with its rich purple blooms

with its rich purple blooms and a fragrance that fills the air

Kills worms and caterpillar-stage insects

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inviting readers into her Sausalito backyard to learn life lessons from the birds that visit

Julia Rose Itoh Peony Thornless with its rich purple bloomsThe color combination on the huge, 6 8 in. flowers draws garden visitors in for a closer look. The semi double flowers open strawberry red and lighten to apricot and pale yellow with vibrant plum tips. Julia Rose Itoh Peony, a cross between a bush peony and tree peony, grows 28 inches tall and seldom requires staking. Its fragrant flowers attract pollinators and butterfliesand the dark green, ornamental foliage stays attractive all season. A long