The
second step to planting peonies is the actual planting. The
state the flower was obtained in determines when the planting
should take place. Peonies that were container grown should
be planted in the spring or fall months. Bare root peonies
should be planted in early to mid spring. The hole should
be large enough to provide enough room for the roots to be
spread out. Once the roots have been spread, dirt should be
applied a little bit at a time and pressed down firmly, both
to remove any air pockets and to provide proper support for
the plant. The crown of the plant should be only an inch or
so beneath the surface of the soil.
Planting
peonies is only half of the initial care stage. After planting,
mulch should be applied to the peony to help prevent frost
heaving. In areas where the temperature drops below zero degrees
in the winter, mulching annually in the late autumn should
help to protect the plant from becoming too cold in the winter.
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