Peonies Sarah Bernhardt Set of Roots

Planting Instructions

• In most of the country, the rules for success are simply full sun and well-drained humus-rich soil
• Peonies even relish cold winters because they need chilling for bud formation
• In zones 8 and higher, they are harder to grow
• They are not fussy, but choose your location wisely so that they can be left alone once planted
• Plant away from trees or shrubs, as peonies do not like to compete for food

Continuing Care

• The plants require little maintenance, as long as they are planted properly and establish themselves
• They don't respond well to transplanting
• Unlike most perennials, they thrive on benign neglect, as they do not need to be dug and divided