Think spring starts in April? Not for peonies (Paeonia lactiflora). Their jaw-dropping blooms begin backstage in fall, quietly prepping for the big show. Peonies are not a one-time show either. These ...

With fall in full swing, gardening might not be top of mind—but October is actually the perfect time to tackle a few essential tasks that will give your garden a strong start next spring. One of the ...

When is the best time to transplant peonies? September is the best time to transplant peonies. Begin by cutting the peony stems near ground level. Then carefully dig around and under each plant. Try ...

Hello Mid-Ohio Valley Farmers and Gardeners. Here on the farm, it is always around Memorial Day that my grandmothers’ peonies are blooming. Peonies bear 3-6 inch diameter, fragrant flowers around this ...

AMES, Iowa – Peonies are a beautiful part of any landscape, and they thrive in Iowa. However, they do require some special care and conditions, and can develop problems which must be addressed. Fall ...

(Linda Vavrus wrote the the following article for Neighborhood Garden in 2004. She loved the challenges and rewards of dividing perennials during her visits to Lincoln area gardens through her ...