common peony

Common peony (Paeonia officinalis) should be watered about once per week, with each watering session amounting to 3-5 litres of water. Ideally, the soil should be kept slightly moist. Avoid over-watering, as this can cause root rot. When watering, ensure that the entire root system is sufficiently covered. As peonies develop older roots later in the season, it's important to keep soil in the area moist throughout the summer. During extreme heat, you may need to water more often to prevent wilting, however it's much better to provide enough water at regular intervals than large amounts in infrequent sessions.

Common peony (Paeonia officinalis) need 6 to 8 hours of bright, direct sunlight per day. They thrive in locations that get morning sun and afternoon shade. In southern locations, like California or Florida, the best locations for full sun common peony would be an east-facing location or an area that gets bright morning sunlight but is shaded in the afternoon. In northern areas, like the Midwest and Northeast, a south-facing location or area that gets bright afternoon sun but is shaded in the morning is best. Common peonies should not be planted where they get intense midday or late afternoon sun as this can damage their blooms.

Common peonies should be pruned annually to keep them healthy and blooming their best. It is important to prune peonies at the right time of year. For common peonies, the best time to prune is in late fall or early winter, after the plant has gone dormant for the winter. When starting to prune, remove any dead, damaged, or diseased stems and foliage. Also, be sure to cut back any branches that are touching the ground, diseased, or crowded. Lightly prune around the perimeter to remove any dead or unhealthy branches. Finally, be sure to remove any spent flowers or dried seed pods. Depending on the size of the plant, peonies can be pruned anywhere from a few inches to a few feet.