Then carefully digaround and under the plant. Try to retain as much of the rootsystem as possible. Promptly plant the peony in a sunny, well-drained site. Division of large peony clumps requires a few additionalsteps. After digging up the peony, shake gently to remove loosesoil from the root system.
Peonies grow best in full sunlight and well-drained soils.
Dig a hole large enough for the entire root system. Place thepeony plant in the hole so the eyes are 1 to 2 inches below thesoil surface. Fill the hole with soil, firming the soilas you backfill, then water thoroughly. Space plants about 3 to 4feet apart. Apply a 2 to 3 inch layer of mulch in late fall.