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- Q.Transplanting Tubers W/ No Eyes - I dug up a peony that was in a shaded spot, not doing well. It had lots of tubers ...
- Q.Peonies - It’s October. Why is my peonie sending up shoots & new leaves. What should I do? Zip code 94592 Thanks
- Q.About Peony Plants And Lily Bulbs - I ordered six peony plants from a company which I just received. Is there some way that I can winterize ...
- Q.When Can You Transplant Peonies? - They were planted under a tree that grew too. big . Need to be moved to a sunnier location.
- Q.Can Peony Bushes Be Planted In The Spring? - I ordered them from a nursery and they were sent in the fall but I was unable to plant them ...
- Q.Can Peonies Be Grown In Central Florida? - we have a warm sunny room and would like to have flowers and fragrance through out the winter we are ...
- Q.Pre Soak Tree Peony Bulbs In Spring Pre Planting? - Should I soak my tree peony bulb before planting?
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sutphinwb on
September 22, 2019
02840Q.Transplanting tubers w/ no eyes
I dug up a peony that was in a shaded spot, not doing well. It had lots of tubers that came apart easily, but only one eye on one of the tubers! what should I do with all the "storage" tubers? I have no problem with using them just for foliage in some spots. I have seen tiny plants come up from pieces of tubes before. I wonder if the tubers will grow eyes eventually. Thanks
Answered by
BushDoctor on
September 23, 2019
Certified ExpertA.They can, sometimes! There is no harm in trying. It sounds like they may have remained too wet for too long.
You can try planting them in containers, being mindful to let them dry out down to about 2 inches between each watering. Once they are established (If they sprout well) then you can move them to the location of your choosing.
This article will give you more information on the care of Peony plants: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/peony/peony-care.htm
This article will give you information on fungicide use: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/using-fungicides-in-garden.htm
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- Asked by
Anonymous on
October 10, 2019Q.Peonies
It’s October. Why is my peonie sending up shoots & new leaves. What should I do? Zip code 94592 Thanks
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
October 10, 2019
Certified ExpertA.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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lilshrimp02 on
November 7, 2019
Michigan 48174 zone 6Q.About Peony Plants And Lily Bulbs
I ordered six peony plants from a company which I just received. Is there some way that I can winterize them because it snowed and I'm unable to plant them in the ground. Same thing with lily bulbs. My zone is 6. I need some advice. thank you in advance.
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
November 8, 2019
Certified ExpertA.These are, usually, best planted in Autumn. They do enjoy the cold weather, but it may be a little too late to plant right now. Most of the time, long term storage doesn't do well for these tubers. You can make an attempt at storing with standard bulb storage technique, but they don't always make it. Storing them in dry soil, in container can be a semi-safe bet, as well.
This article will help you with winter bulb storage: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/bgen/preparing-bulbs-for-winter-how-to-store-bulbs-for-winter.htm
This article will help you to plant and care for Peonies: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/peony/peony-care.htm
This will help you with general Lily care: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/lily/how-to-grow-lilies.htm
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December 15, 2019Q.When can you transplant peonies?
They were planted under a tree that grew too. big . Need to be moved to a sunnier location.
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
December 16, 2019
Certified ExpertA.If they bloom at all under the tree, I would wait till after the next bloom to move them. They don't like to be moved, and it may be a few years before they bloom again. They can either be transplanted as a whole or divided out. This article will give you more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/peony/dividing-peony-plants.htm
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Anonymous on
January 31, 2020Q.Can peony bushes be planted in the spring?
I ordered them from a nursery and they were sent in the fall but I was unable to plant them so I do not know if I should wait until next fall or plant them in the spring. They are still in their original shipping boxes and packaging.
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
January 31, 2020
Certified ExpertA.Yes, they can be planted in spring just fine. They aren't really too picky about the cold. It is the heat that they cannot tolerate. I am concerned they are still in boxes. Always remove plants from boxes as soon as you receive them.
This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/peony/how-to-grow-a-tree-peony.htm
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matinnm on
March 2, 2020
85939Q.Can Peonies Be Grown In Central Florida?
we have a warm sunny room and would like to have flowers and fragrance through out the winter we are in zone 6 but keep the room warm through out the night thank you Matt https://get.google.com/albumarchive/110597498257600287896/album/AF1QipPmTUUImAcKW67tFALP8KPL4rLcJq8JJTrW3l63/AF1QipNe-SYS4gOnHT8TDB1qVurjIji05Rd_0_byJEkV
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
March 3, 2020
Certified ExpertA.The zipcode that you gave was for Arizona, and that particular part is zone 6. Your question was for Florida, however. Maybe this was a mistake, or you are asking for someone in Florida.
They will do quite well in your area, and are hardy outdoors. As for central Florida- If the area is in zone 9 or above, then the answer is no or at least not very well.
Here are a couple of articles that will help you to care for them:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/peony/peony-care.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/peony/growing-peony-in-container.htm
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March 20, 2020Q.Pre soak tree peony bulbs in spring pre planting?
Should I soak my tree peony bulb before planting?
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
March 21, 2020
Certified ExpertA.Yes, you can soak the roots for about 30 minutes before planting. You should receive instructions on how to plant the peony from your vendor. I would follow those instructions.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/peony/how-to-grow-a-tree-peony.htm
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