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How To Plant, Grow & Care For Peonies

by aditya abhishek

Introduction

Peony is an alluring flowering plant which in native to Asia, Europe, & Western North America. At present there are 33 species of peony in the world. 

Types Of Peonies

Six types of popular peonies are Single, Japanese, Anemone, Semi-Double, Bombe, & Full Double. Folower colour varies from pink, white, red, purple, yellow, orange,etc.

Climate

Peonies can grow well in cold temperate climate where temperature remains between 0 to 6 degrees Celsius for 6 weeks  to initiate flowering.  

Soil & Potting Mix

Well draining slightly acidic soil is good for peony plants. Prepare potting mix with 30% soil + 50% vermicompost + 20% cocopeat. 

Propagation

During late summers you can start planting peonies through division. Separate seedlings with least three buds & plenty of root to plant them. 

Sunlight

For enhanced plant growth & flowering keep your peony plants under bright direct sunlight for at least 6 to 8 hours daily. 

Watering

Do not over water, avoid waterlogging in the pot. Make sure to have drainage holes in the pot. Apply water when top layer of soil dries. 

Fertilizers

Use 1/2 teaspoon NPK (5:10:5) in 1 litre water monthly or apply handful of vermicompost + 1 teaspoon bonemeal or onion peel fertilizer.

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