Tips for growing peonies Tips for growing peonies Peonies are among the longest-lived perennial plants you will ever encounter the peonies you plant today may easily be enjoyed by your grandchildren, much as a special tree would be. They are a wonderful source of cut flowers and for generations were favored for Memorial Day cemetery bouquets.
Peonies are large plants, best planted at the back of the flower border.
In spring, new shoots are reddish, quickly growing into attractive ferny foliage. May. To plant peonies, choose a site that receives a half day to full day of sunshine. In hot climates, they'll do best with some afternoon shade. Early fall is probably the best time to plant, but early spring plantings also fare well. Because your peonies will be in their chosen location for decades, you ll want to prepare the site well.