Light pink peonies package

1x Peony Pecher
1x Peony Sarah Bernhardt
1x Peony Alertie

Choose fertile and well-draining soil. Optionally, mix sand or compost into the soil to improve drainage. Always plant peonies in the ground in full sun. Be careful not to plant a peony in a spot where one has previously grown; it's better to choose a different location. The previous peony may have left behind a disease or depleted the soil.

PLANTING

Always let fresh field-grown plants soak in a bucket of water first. The plant can safely lie in the water for half an hour to an hour to replenish moisture after transport.

Do not plant the 'eyes' of the peony deeper than 5 centimeters in the soil. If the peony is planted too deep, it will not produce flowers. In milder climates, 2 to 3 cm below the surface is recommended so that the eyes truly experience some cold. Mixing compost into the topsoil is advisable. Be careful with fresh manure as this can cause rot of the core.

Support your peonies with a support ring for the large flowers. Fertilize the plant twice a year to stimulate growth, in the autumn and in early spring. Preferably choose an organic fertilizer, this slowly feeds the plant over a longer period. In spring, also cut away any remaining leaves and stems.

In the first year after planting, there is only a small chance that your peony will bloom, as the plant will need to get used to its new location. A peony is often at its most beautiful after about 4 years and then produces an abundance of flowers. It is advisable to divide the plant after about 8 or 9 years, if you notice that flowering is decreasing. Then dig up the plant and divide it. Replant the younger parts in another spot in the garden. In this way, your peony plant can last a lifetime!