Peonies are easy-care, low maintenance plants providing stunning flowers.  They grow well in USDA zones 2-8.  

We ship healthy, quality 4-6 eye rootstock in the fall.  Our root divisions are #1 grade or larger.

Peonies establish a vigorous root system the first two years after planting. They often flower the first year. The second year they increase in plant and flower size. By their third spring they are maturing and producing an abundance of flowers. Peonies need 1/2 day or more of sun and good drainage. Often you can enjoy your peony in the same spot for decades.

Planting Peonies:

• Prepare the planting site by digging a hole about 20" x 20 inches, then fill the hole back in with the spaded soil.
• Plant the peony root with the 'eyes' (buds) up. The roots are placed near ground-level; cover the root with only 1" to 2" of soil. 
• Water your newly planted peony root. 
• Gently check the root; if it settled too deeply, lift it up and add additional soil under the root. Cover it with only 1" to 2" of soil. 
• Pot up peonies for spring transplanting - keep slightly moist and away from severe, deep freezing.

Peony Tips:

• Once a peony plant is several years old, it is fairly drought tolerant.
• Fertilize in early spring.
• Deadhead flower/seed pods after bloom.
• Cut stems to ground level in the late fall.

If your peonies lose their vigor over time, check for the following:

• Landscape trees/plants may be providing an abundance of shade.
• Tree roots may have grown through the peony roots, crowding the peony roots.
• Mulch or bark dust may have been added seasonally (without springtime removal) and now the root is buried too deeply.
• Excessive nitrogen.

You can re-invigorate your peony by digging, dividing and replanting a division in a different spot that provides good sun and good drainage.  Happy peony gardening!