The RHS expert guide provides tips on choosing, planting, feeding, pruning, and propagating peonies in your garden. Peonies are slow-growing but rewarding plants with a brief flowering in late spring to early summer. They thrive in well-drained, slightly acidic soil and require 1 to 2 inches of water weekly. They are hardy to USDA zones 3 to 9, and require a chilling period of around six weeks.
Planting for peonies is recommended in the fall, with an inch of water a week throughout the growing season. Fertilizer/Soil and pH should be rich in organic matter, and if the soil is extremely acid, add a few handfuls of calcitic lime. Plant peonies in a sunny border with rich, well-drained soil. Buds should be 2cm below the soil surface, while tree peonies should have a grafted stem area 10-15cm below the soil surface.
Peonies need rich soil, good drainage, sufficient water, and a neutral pH. They should be planted in a sandy loam soil with equal parts sand, clay, and other elements. Space plants about 1m apart and dig a planting hole the same depth as the root ball. Plant peonies in full sun and shelter from strong winds, and in hot summers, a lightly shaded spot is preferable.
In conclusion, peonies are a valuable addition to any garden, and proper care and planting can ensure their longevity and growth.
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