The best time to transplant Peonies are often in the Autumn / Fall, as it gives the plant a good amount of time to develop enough of a feeder root system before the frosts arrive.
Peonies on the whole hate to be moved, so choose your planting position wisely, and ensure to plant in good, fertile soil – adding compost or other organic matter if you feel that the soil needs enhancement.
Peonies are often transplanted through bare root division: when planting this way, ensure that the root is planted at least 5cm below the surface – too deep and the plant will flower only superficially, too shallow and you will risk exposing the root system to environmental damage.
Peonies can be wonderful cut flowers, but care needs to be taken that the blooms are not taken from young plants – the blooms are very difficult to cut without damaging leaves, which are an essential food supply for the plant. Remember not to cut flowers from plants less than about 3 years of age and try to leave as much foliage as possible each time you cut.
These estimates for how long Paeonia takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.
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Average 628 days | Min 628 days | Max 628 days (1)
Hybrid Peony, Chinese peony, Peony
Paeonia x, Paeonia hybrid