Q.Peonies
It’s October. Why is my peonie sending up shoots & new leaves. What should I do? Zip code 94592 Thanks

GKH_Susan
Certified GKH Gardening Expert
Certified GKH Gardening Expert
Answered on October 10, 2019
You are in hardiness zone 9b with minimum temperatures averaging 25 to 30 degrees F. Peonies are more of a cool weather flower but usually do fine through zone 8. I would go ahead and cut them to the ground as usual.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/peony/peony-care.htm
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