tree peony

Tree peonies require deep watering on a regular basis and should be watered immediately if the soil feels dry to the touch, or if the leaves look wilted. For optimal growth, water the tree peony twice per week, ensuring that the soil remains moist. During periods of extended dry weather, water the tree peony twice daily to prevent the plant from becoming stressed. Generally, it should receive at least 1 inch of water per week. Avoid excessive watering or wetting the foliage of the tree peony, as this could lead to disease.

Tree peony (Paeonia suffruticosa 'Hana-kisoi' FLORAL RIVALRY) prefers full sun to half shade in order to thrive. Tree peonies should get at least 6 to 8 hours of sun a day, preferably in the morning. In general, it is best to provide your Tree Peony with as much early morning sun as possible. If you cannot provide morning sun, afternoon sun is tolerable but is not as desirable. In cooler climates, south-facing exposures will help keep plants warm in the winter months.

Tree peonies should be pruned each winter, starting the year after planting. Pruning should begin with removing any diseased, broken, or dead stems, then cutting back canes that have flowered the prior year to 2-3 buds and new canes to 5-6 buds. Minor pruning and shaping can be done during the growing season, but major pruning should be done in winter when the plant is dormant. Tree peonies should not be overpruned or it will limit flowering and could even kill the plant.