This is the last Itoh variety to flower on the farm and is well worth the wait. Flowers start out a peachy buff, similar to the color of ‘Caramel Antike’ garden roses, and lighten to canary yellow with a raspberry center. Its coloring makes it super versatile for arranging. This is the best Itoh variety we’ve grown and one of the very best yellows. Blooms carry a nice fragrance.

Cut stems can also be stored for later use; they will last for 2 to 3 weeks in the refrigerator. When storing, remove almost all of the leaves; bunch the stems together, and slip them into a plastic bag with a few paper towels inside to absorb any excess moisture. Lay them flat on the shelf in the produce area of the fridge and then check every few days for signs of mold. Discard any that begin to rot. Upon removal, the flowers often look limp but don’t worry. Recut the stems and place them immediately in warm water with flower preservative. The buds will open within 24 hours, and the blooms will last a good week in the vase.