Welcome to the site tips for gardeners. Peony is a very unpretentious plant, and if all the conditions were met during planting, then the flower can grow in one place without prejudice to decorativeness for up to ten years.
But if you want to rejuvenate the planting, you need to know how to do it right. After all, a peony transplant carried out at the wrong time can cause the death of a flower.
The timing of the transplant of peonies
When can peonies be transplanted? A question that many novice gardeners are looking for an answer to, since the wrong timing can destroy its fragile beauty.
The best time to transplant a peony is the end of the summer season and the beginning of autumn. If during these terms there is no opportunity to "move" the plant, then it is better to postpone the event until spring.
When to transplant peonies in the fall? The ideal time for flower renewal is the last decade of August and the first half of September. During this period, the weather is still warm, and the prolonged autumn rains have not yet begun.
The plant will take root in a new place much better and faster. Flowering in this case can be expected as early as the next season. The root system will undergo an adaptation period during the winter and in the spring will begin to actively supply the bush with the necessary nutrients.
If necessary, you can transfer the peony to a new place in the spring. But in this case, the plant will be sick for a long time and you should not expect the appearance of color from the plant. Experienced gardeners practice springtime planting peonies only in exceptional cases. For example, if moles or mice began to gnaw at the roots of the plant.
Late spring and even more so summer is the worst time for a transplant. There are no absorbing roots on the rhizome of the plant, and the peony simply cannot receive the nutrition it needs from the soil.
Peony transplant: doing it right
The answer to the question: “When to transplant peonies?” Has been received. Now you need to get acquainted with the stages of the process in more detail.
Peony is transplanted with bushes, unless, of course, a decision has been made to divide the rhizome. But more on that later.
How to transplant peonies correctly? Planting stages:
1. Dig in a bush around the perimeter. Before removing it from the soil, the stems must be cut at least 1/3 of the length and pulled slightly with a rope. Now the plant is taken out by loosening the bush with a garden pitchfork. The flower must be removed carefully so as not to damage the fragile root system.
2. Then water is poured into the planting hole and a bush is placed in it. The plant is installed strictly vertically. Now you can start filling. First comes the earth, but it is desirable that either peat or humus be used for the top layer. Then the transplanted plant is watered again.
Choosing a place and preparing a pit for transplanting peonies
The place must be decided in advance. Peonies love to have a lot of light. That is why it is worth giving preference to open areas of land, but at the same time they should not be blown too much by the winds. Also be sure to read how and when to prune peonies.
The peony grows well in relative shade, but in this case, due to a chronic lack of light, the plant will develop rather slowly. Also, do not expect large flowers, as they will become smaller every year.
The flower is not too picky about the composition of the soil. And, nevertheless, it feels much better on loamy lands, flavored with a generous portion of fertilizers and nutrients. When choosing, it is worth remembering that the selected area should be moist (but in moderation), since the plants do not tolerate either excessive drought or moisture.
It is necessary to prepare the pit for the transplant in advance, about a month before the transplant. Then the soil will be able to sink well.
It is quite enough if the depth of the pit reaches fifty centimeters. If there is no natural drainage, then you need to deepen it by another twenty centimeters. Expanded clay or brick chips are suitable as drainage materials.
A nutrient soil mixture is prepared from the following components (ratio 1: 1):
- The land is soddy;
- sand;
- peat;
- ready-made humus.
It is also necessary to apply fertilizers such as:
- Any superphosphate (100 grams);
- bone meal (350 grams);
- ash (350 grams).
All fertilizers must be mixed beforehand. If there is no opportunity to prepare a pit in advance, then you need to adhere to the following planting technology.
Do not bury the cut, but simply lay it on the surface of the fertile soil (with which the hole was covered) with the buds up and spud. After the soil settles naturally (after two weeks), the tubers will independently sink to the required depth.
Dividing a peony, how to do it right
Plants aged 3 ... 4 years are especially suitable for division. They are the easiest to dig up. In addition, there is much more healthy planting material at the exit than when dividing older plants. Also, if you do not know how to care for peonies.
Almost always, at the same time as the peony is transplanted, it is also divided, since this procedure rejuvenates the plant. But there is another important reason: the transplanted plant, which has a large rhizome with numerous "eyes", gets used to the new place much worse and may even die.
A standard viable division should have three good points of growth and a pair of adventitious roots (five centimeters long and one centimeter in girth). This is an ideal planting material that can provide a young peony with all the substances necessary for growth and development.
Before dividing, the rhizome must be rinsed under running water, which will expose all growth points. Then it is left in a dark place for two days to dry. During this time, the rhizome will slightly wither and will no longer break when dividing.
A sharp knife is used for cutting. When dividing, it must be remembered that the more buds there are on the cut, the more roots it should have. The cut area should be kept to a minimum.
If a rotten place is found, then it must be cleaned off to healthy tissue and sprinkled with crushed coal. The prepared cut is left for three days in a cool room to dry the cut points. Then it can be planted.
Not all summer residents know how to properly divide and plant peonies, properly care for them. But without this knowledge, in a few years it will be impossible to enjoy the lush flowering of these amazing plants.
Wild peonies feel great in one place for more than 50 years and do not require special care. At the same time, hybrid varieties that summer residents grow in flower beds need regular transplantation - at least once every 10 years. Peonies are also divided and planted, but only plants aged 4-5 years are suitable for this. However, for rejuvenation, healing and reproduction of the bush, the transplant should be carried out more often and at the same time get acquainted with all the intricacies of this process. And in this we will help you now.
When can peonies be divided and transplanted
The best time for dividing and transplanting peonies so that they bloom better is the "velvet season" in late August - early September. At this time, it is still quite warm and it does not rain, and the plant manages to take root and adapt to the new soil composition during the winter. However, the timing of the division may shift depending on the climatic conditions and the specific region. For example, for St. Petersburg and the Leningrad region, the deadline for transplant is September 10-15, for the southern regions - September 20-30. Peonies planted during these periods can more easily transfer the "move" to a new place of residence and by the next summer will present you with an abundance of flowers.
Peony transplant should be carried out only after flowering plants.
Sometimes you can find tips for replanting peonies in the spring. This is an extreme measure, relevant only when the plant is threatened by something more serious than transplanting to a new place (for example, an attack by rodents or pests). It is not recommended to plant peonies in the spring, since they begin to hurt more often and flowers are almost not tied to them.
Pruning peonies after flowering
The "transitional" moment in the life of peonies is the flowering process. They usually fade in late May - early June, and growers do not always make the right decision regarding the further care of the plant. So what to do after the peonies have bloomed? On this score, there are two completely opposite opinions:
- it is absolutely impossible to cut peonies after flowering, because it is at this time that flower buds are formed, which turn into luxurious flowers for next year;
- it is necessary to cut peonies after flowering almost immediately in order to prevent the development of diseases and the penetration of pests, as well as to rejuvenate and preserve the aesthetic beauty of the bush.
In our opinion, it is more preferable to refuse to trim the peduncles immediately after flowering. It is best to do this just before removing the bush from the ground. Firstly, you immediately stimulate the growth of the plant, cutting off all the stems almost to the base and leaving only small shoots 5-7 cm long. Secondly, you make your work easier by performing all the necessary operations in one step - both pruning and transplanting. In addition, it is easier and more convenient to extract a clod of earth with a root system and several shoots than a huge and spreading bush.
Do not forget to take the leaves and stems outside the garden and burn them - harmful bacteria and fungi like to settle in plant residues.
Digging and rinsing peonies
Difficulties with digging up peonies are associated with the peculiarities of their root system. Usually for 4-5 years, it grows to a great depth, individual rhizomes reach a length of 30 cm or more. The tips of the roots are often thin and go even deeper into the soil. It is very difficult to dig them out without damage, so several recommendations should be considered:
1. Peonies should be dug in dry and warm weather, so that the lump of earth that you will take out with the roots is not too heavy;
2. Place the shovel 30-40 cm from the center of the bush and place it vertically. If you put it obliquely, then most likely, chop off the tips of the roots;
3. Dig in the bush on all sides and carefully lift it out of the ground. You can place shovels or garden forks under the chute, such as a brick. Thus, the shovel will act as a lever. Do not use too much force, otherwise the instrument may break. It is better to dig in the bush more thoroughly again;
4. In no case pull the peony by the leaves (especially if the bush is more than 5-6 years old). Do not forget that before digging out, the stems must be cut off, leaving hemp 5-10 cm high. It is for them, smoothly and effortlessly, that the plant should be pulled;
Even if you did everything correctly, some of the roots will be damaged anyway. Clean the rhizome from clods of soil and rinse thoroughly under running water, since a clean base is easier to mark and divide. This is also necessary in order to assess the condition of the kidneys and roots. After all, if in recent years the plant has stopped blooming, it is likely that it has already begun to rot.
Division of a peony
Fission is an important part of a peony's "life". This is a kind of rejuvenating procedure that allows you to rid the plant of dry and dead residues, foci of rot and rodent damage, as well as to stimulate further flowering.
To divide the roots, you will need a garden or sturdy kitchen knife, pruning shears, and sometimes even a hatchet with a hammer.
Start dividing the peony about a day after the rhizome is removed from the ground. During this time, it should dry out slightly. Before dividing the peony, carefully examine the root system. Each stem has 1 to 3 buds. From them, the root system develops, which can be considered isolated, since it lags slightly behind the massive rhizome. It is such small cuttings with one bud that can be used in the first place, especially if you want to get a small flowering bush next year.
If you decide to divide a piece with 2-3 buds, this does not mean that the bush will automatically bloom more luxuriantly and profusely. On the contrary, in this case, the plant will spend more energy on the healing of tissues in the places of pruning, but the likelihood of root decay will increase significantly.
On some roots, traces of the "barbaric activity" of mice will immediately become noticeable. They literally gnaw large pieces of sweet and juicy roots. Such damaged roots cannot be transferred to a new place and, moreover, they must not be divided and transplanted.
In the future, the division process looks like this:
- separate single buds with a small root system first. Sometimes they literally lag behind the base themselves, and only need to be slightly trimmed. Make sure that a sufficient number of fine suction roots leave the bud, which will help the plant survive the winter and provide it with nutrients in the spring;
- remove dead pieces and sprinkle with charcoal. Rub them so that a thick layer of charcoal forms. This will help prevent pests from entering;
- in the future, choose parts consisting of 2-3 growth buds. Try to carry out the division, keeping the bush in weight, since the roots of the base are rather fragile, and if you put the bush on them, you can damage the entire rhizome. Keep in mind that the roots of an adult peony are very juicy and dense, and they must be carefully cut and actively torn from each other with your hands, while trying not to damage;
- remove old and dry stems, and rub all sections with charcoal. Cut out rotten and rodent-damaged parts. Remove old and entwined rhizomes. From one bush 4-6 years old, you can get 3-4 pieces of different sizes;
Planting a peony in open ground
Ideally, pits for peonies are prepared 3-4 months before the intended transplant. The diameter of the planting pit is selected depending on the size of the cut. But since it is impossible to predict the size of the cut in advance, one should start from the standard sizes of the pit. The average diameter of the pit is 40-50 cm, and the depth is 50-60 cm. Large-diameter planting pits are made in order to fill them with nutrient composition.
For fertilization, 20 kg of humus or peat are placed on the bottom of the pit. Also add about 300 g of bone meal or 200 g of superphosphate. Then all this is covered with fertile soil. For clay soils, a bucket of sand is added to the contents, for sandy soil - a bucket of clay.
After applying fertilizers to the planting pit, the soil must be allowed to settle so that the division does not go deep underground. If there is no time for shrinkage, you can compact the soil and spill it with water (if it has not rained for the last 7-10 days). The resulting hole should be so deep that the buds of the delenka are 5 cm below ground level. If you plant the peony higher, leaving the buds on the surface or at ground level, they will most likely freeze. If, on the contrary, they are deepened, the peony will not have enough strength to expel the buds to the surface.
When planting, lay the cut on its side so that the plant can form buds on its own.
When planting without tamping the nutrient mixture, plant the peony a little higher, considering that the soil will settle.
Then cover the hole with soil and spill soil to eliminate the "air voids". After the water has been absorbed, cover the planting area with dry compost.
Given that peonies form a powerful and branched root system, with a solid planting, each plant should be given enough free space. Therefore, the distance from the center of one bush to the center of another should be at least 60-80 cm. The planting site should be well lit and protected from the wind. Peonies should not be planted near the walls of houses and in the shade of trees.
The best neighbor plants of peonies
Creating a beautiful flower arrangement led by peonies will require you to plant some other plants that pair well with them. Most often, the following flowers act as neighbors of peonies:
- daffodils;
- tulips;
- hazel grouses;
- pushkinia;
- phlox;
- lilies;
- delphiniums;
- geranium;
- cuff;
- heleniums;
- irises;
- clematis.
How to feed peonies in spring and summer
In the spring, peonies actively begin to grow and absorb nutrients from the soil. First of all, the plant needs nitrogen as the basis of its vital activity. Nitrogen dressings are used from the end of April to the beginning of June, and in total, no more than three such dressings are made:
- first feeding carried out at the beginning of the growth of the bush. Most often, natural organic fertilizers are used - fresh mullein or bird droppings. In 10 liters of water, 1 liter of mullein or bird droppings is diluted. You can also add potassium - in the form of 1 cup of ash or 30 potassium salt. The solution is thoroughly mixed and allowed to brew for 3 days. Then the composition is mixed again and applied at the root at the rate of 0.5-1 l per plant;
- second feedingusually done during bud setting. Dissolve 15 g of nitrogen and potassium in 10 liters of water, as well as 15-20 g of phosphorus. Apply no more than 1 liter of the composition under the bush;
- third feedingoccurs 1-2 weeks after flowering. At this time, under each bush, add 10-15 g of potassium and 15-20 g of phosphorus;
Peony feeding in the autumn
In the fall, the roots of the peonies continue to grow. Therefore, in mid-September - early October, plants need additional feeding with phosphorus-potassium fertilizers. Water the bushes liberally to get started. And then carefully scatter 15-20 g of phosphorus and 10-15 g of potassium around each of them.
From organic fertilizers, wood ash is sometimes added (0.5 cups per 1 sq. M). It is enough to pour it along the contour of the bush and cover it with a layer of mulch no more than 1 cm thick.
The best varieties of herbaceous peonies
The modern variety of varieties of peonies allows you to select flowers in size, shape and color and create flower beds of stunning beauty. Among peonies, there are several recognized leaders who have long enjoyed the well-deserved love of flower growers.
1. Ama-No-Sode (Ama No Sode) -this is one of the most beautiful varieties of the so-called "Japanese peonies". The flowers are very large, the petals are double-rowed, pink in color. The shrub blooms late, but its flowers spread a pleasant and light aroma.
2. Anastasiya (Anastasia) -one of the mid-early crown peonies, which are terry varieties. Bushes of medium height (up to 1 m), are distinguished by drought and frost resistance. Inflorescences of pale pink color, framing a crimson core with yellow stamens.
3. Barbara (Barbara) -unusual crown peony of average flowering period. The petals are bright pink, forming a beautiful edging around the modified stamens, which emit a pleasant, subtle aroma.
4. Coral " N Gold (Coral "N Gold) -an early semi-double variety with an unusual coral shade of large petals and long yellow stamens. It sets off dark green bushes very favorably.
5. Etched salmon (Etched Salmon) -flowers of this variety are distinguished by pinkish-peach petals, which, over time, fade slightly and fill the air with an amazing scent of fresh lemon. The variety is winter-hardy, and the bushes are practically not affected by Botrytis (gray rot).
6. Raspberry Sundae (Raspberry Sunday)- in this spherical, or bomb-shaped, peony, the most interesting thing is its colors. The yellow-cream center is bordered by pale pink outer petals. The bush is compact and small, and the flowers emanate a stunning pink scent.
7. Red Charm (Red Charm) – another spherical variety of peony with a huge rounded inflorescence. The flowers reach 25 cm in diameter and at the same time do not fade in the sun, retaining a bright crimson color for a long time. In general, the bushes grow healthy and strong due to massive stems.
8.– a representative of rosaceous peonies, which, first of all, surprises with a delicate linden scent and sparkling pink petals on a large bud. The plant can withstand severe frosts and abnormal heat. The bushes are compact, no more than 80 cm in height.
Now you know everything about dividing and transplanting peonies. This is a rather powerful plant, which only gets stronger over the years, so do not delay its "moving" to a new place. But, most importantly, do not rush and do not apply excessive force to the plant. And then you can enjoy its bloom and beauty every spring.
Flowers peonies (lat.Paeonia) belong to the genus of herbaceous perennials and deciduous shrubs and semi-shrubs. In the wild, peonies grow in the subtropical and temperate zones of North America and Eurasia. The name peonies was given in honor of the mythical doctor Pean, who healed the Olympic gods and people from wounds received in battles, and this name is right, since the medicinal peony, the first species introduced into culture, has long been famous for its healing properties. In the sixth century AD, there were already thirty expensive species of this flower in China, but the cultivation of peonies was allowed only in the gardens of the emperor. Today, about five thousand varieties of peonies are cultivated, and people appreciate them for their beautiful flowering, amazing aroma and lush greenery.
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Planting and transplanting peonies (in short)
- Landing: in late August or early September.
- Bloom: in May.
- Lighting: in the first half of the day - bright sunlight, in the second - bright diffused light or light partial shade.
- The soil: slightly acidic loam.
- Watering: regular, plentiful: 2-3 buckets of water for each adult bush.
- Top dressing: 1st - in early spring, and from the second week of May monthly peonies are treated on the leaves with a solution of organic or mineral fertilizer.
- Reproduction: more often by root cuttings, sometimes by seeds.
- Pests: sod ants, bronze beetles, rootworm nematodes.
- Diseases: septoria, gray rot, rust, root rot, brown spot, viral mosaic.
Read more about growing peonies below.
Peony flowers - description
Peony is a monotypic representative of the family, numbering about forty species. For the most part, they are herbaceous, but there are also tree-like peonies, which are semi-shrubs or shrubs. Almost all modern varieties have descended from the medicinal peony and the lacto-flowered peony. Herbaceous peony is a plant up to one meter high with several stems. The large, powerful root of the peony has cone-shaped thickened processes. The peony has another leaf arrangement. Dark green and sometimes gray leaves are pinnate or trifoliate. Single flowers with a diameter of 15 to 25 cm with five or more petals are white, red, pink, cream and even yellow. The peony fruit is a star-shaped multileaf in which large, dark, shiny peony seeds ripen. The peony blooms in May. Today, breeders are busy creating hybrids of herbaceous peonies with tree-like ones. The tree-like peony reaches a height of 1.5-2 meters, its leaves are bright green, double-feathery, flowers on one bush can be from 30 to 70 at the same time, and each of them reaches a diameter of 20 to 25 cm. The petals of the flowers are corrugated , dense. There are varieties with a simple, semi-double and double flower shape of raspberry, red, white, lilac and pink color. The tree-like bush blooms for about two weeks, and if the weather is cool, then longer. Treelike peonies in the garden are attracted by the fact that they retain their decorative effect even after flowering due to the unusual shape of leaves and fruits. Most tree peonies are frost-resistant, and if you still have to cover them for the winter with spruce branches, then for two reasons: because of the likelihood of a snowless winter and because of crows pecking out flower buds.
Planting peonies in open ground
When to plant peonies
The best time to plant peonies is August and September. Sometimes you have to plant peonies in summer or spring, but such flowers often get sick, form few new roots and develop poorly. Therefore, it is better to plant and replant peonies in the fall. Try to find a sunny spot for the peonies with shade at noon. Peonies grow wonderfully in the shade, but they don't want to bloom. It is necessary to plant peonies at some distance from buildings and trees so that they do not interfere with air circulation in the area. Avoid planting peonies where the water table is too close to the surface, as the roots of flowers can rot. A slightly acidic loam with a pH of 6-6.5 is best suited as a soil for peonies. If there is too much clay in the soil, add sand to it, and in soils with a predominance of sand, add clay. Too acidic soils are limed by adding 200 to 400 g of lime per m² of land.
Planting peonies in autumn
Find a sunny spot for peonies with slightly acidic soil and deep groundwater. Before planting peonies, prepare pits for them, and it is better to do this in July so that the earth in the pit has time to settle before planting. Planting pits should be about 60x60x60 cm in size, and the distance between them should be at least 90 cm, and preferably a little more - 1-1.2 m, so that the air between the bushes circulates freely. Fold back the top fertile soil layer with a shovel, take the rest of the soil out of the hole. Put 15-20 kg of peat, compost or rotted manure in the pit, add 300-400 g of bone meal or 150-200 g of superphosphate to it. Add half a bucket or a bucket of sand to clay soil, and the same amount of clay to sandy soil. Add fertile soil to the fertilizers from the top layer thrown to the side, mix it thoroughly in the pit with additives and tamp so that the pit is 35 cm filled.Pour a layer of sand 20-25 cm high on top.Then lower the roots of the seedling into the pit, straighten and fill them with fertile soil so that the replacement buds of the peony are at a depth of 5 cm.If the buds are too deep underground, the peony will have problems with flowering, and if the buds are not deep enough, the plant will hurt. After planting, the seedlings of peonies are watered, and the soil around the bush is mulched with peat. For the first two years, do not let the peonies bloom, cut off all the buds. Only in the third year after planting, or even later, the flowers of peonies become what you expect to see them.
Planting a tree peony
A tree-shaped peony is planted at the same time - at the end of summer. Take responsibility for choosing a place for a peony, since transplantation is contraindicated for it. If you find for it a place protected from strong winds in partial shade and away from large trees, if the planting is successful, and you know how to take good care of the peony, then it will grow and delight you, your children and grandchildren with its flowers for many years. After all, its life span is a century, and in China there are state-protected specimens of tree-like peonies, which are already about five hundred years old!
If the groundwater in your area is below two meters, a hole for a tree peony is dug with a cone to a depth of 70 cm and of the same diameter. At the bottom of the pit with a layer of 25-30 cm, pour broken brick or fine gravel for drainage, then, if necessary, bring the soil with which you will fill the peony roots in accordance with the requirements of the plant: 200-300 g of bone meal are added to the acidic soil (tree-like peonies prefer slightly alkaline soils). Mix clay soil with sand, sandy soil with clay to make something like loam. Add a glass of potassium sulfate, superphosphate and dolomite flour to half of the soil, mix everything thoroughly. Pour this part of the soil into the hole with a cone, lower the seedling on it and immediately pour a large amount of water into the hole so that the roots of the seedling can straighten out on their own. When the water is absorbed, fill the hole with the second part of the soil, mixing it with compost beforehand. The root collar of the peony should be at the level of the soil. Water the peony with four to five liters of water and, when it is absorbed, mulch the area.
If the groundwater is too close to the surface, you can plant a tree peony by building a hill for it.
Transplant and reproduction of peonies
When to transplant peonies
As already mentioned, peonies planted in autumn take root much more successfully than those that are planted in spring: during the winter, the root of the peony grows into new soil and, with the beginning of spring, intensively absorbs moisture and develops, therefore such peonies bloom next spring. And therefore, to the question of when to plant peonies, the answer will be the same - on the border of summer and autumn. If, for some reason, you did not have time to do this in the velvet season, then it would be better to wait until early spring. Peonies separated and planted in spring will take root for a long time, reacting painfully to any changes in the weather, and will not bloom in the current year for sure, therefore, spring planting or transplanting peonies is justified only in an emergency - if the plant needs to be saved from moles or mice gnawing its roots. But in the spring, you can only transplant peonies at the very beginning, because if the plant has time to grow before transplanting, you risk damaging the fragile buds that could give shoots next year.
How to transplant peonies
To your question, how can peonies be transplanted, we answer: the transplant is carried out at the same time and according to the same principle as the initial planting. Prepare the pits two weeks before transplanting as described above. If the soil on the site is not permeable enough, place a drainage layer of sand or fine gravel 15-20 cm thick on the bottom of the holes and water the holes several times. Before planting, mix some of the fertile topsoil with fertilizer and pour into the hole. For peonies that are scheduled for transplant, the ground part is cut off, leaving palm-high hemp. Then they carefully dig in the bush with a pitchfork not very close to the bush, trying not to damage the roots, remove the bush from the ground, wash it with a hose and carefully examine it. If you find areas with rot, remove them with a sterile sharp knife and treat with a solution of potassium permanganate, or even better, hold the entire rhizome for a quarter of an hour in a weak solution of potassium permanganate, then let it dry and plant in a new place, as already described. Peony after transplanting requires mandatory watering and mulching of the soil around the bush.
It is better not to replant tree peonies, but if there is such a need, then do it as in the initial planting.
Reproduction of peonies by division
Peonies propagate by cuttings, layering and dividing the bush. But it is during the autumn transplant that it is most convenient to divide the rhizome. You can divide peony bushes when they reach the age of three or four, provided that they have already fully bloomed and that the number of stems in the bush is at least seven, and they do not come out in a bundle from one point, and each of them grows from the ground at a distance of at least seven centimeters from other stems - this suggests that the rhizome of the bush is already sufficiently developed for division. The division and planting of peonies, as well as the initial planting, are best carried out from the end of August to the end of September. Dig out the peony bush with a pitchfork, after cutting off the stems at a height of 10-15 cm from the ground, wash off the soil from the rhizome, clean it, if necessary, from rot with a sterile tool and cut the rhizome so that each part has 2-3 renewal buds and root 5-10 cm long. Too small divisions after planting will have to be endlessly patronized, and larger ones do not take root well. Place the rhizomes of the delenok for half an hour in a dark pink solution of potassium permanganate, and then for half a day in a solution of heteroauxin (1 tablet per 10 liters of water). Dry the rhizomes and rub all cuts with crushed charcoal. To prevent fungal diseases, you can dip the rhizomes of each delenka in a clay mash with the addition of copper sulphate at the rate of 1 tablespoon per 10 liters of water with clay. We have already described the planting process. After planting, water the peonies and be sure to mulch the soil around them with a seven-centimeter layer of peat. It will be possible to remove the mulch and loosen the soil only in the spring, when reddish peonies sprout through the peat.
If you had to transplant the bush in the spring, you cannot expose it to washing, disinfection with potassium permanganate and dividing it into parts. Just immerse it in the prepared hole and complete the planting procedure already described. However, replanting the bush from place to place without dividing it into parts is pointless, since in a new place it will grow poorly, using the supply of food accumulated by the rhizome in the old place. For the development of new roots, the peony needs a stimulus or shock caused by the division of the rhizome, otherwise it will weaken and bloom poorly.
The division of the bush of tree peonies is carried out according to the same principle as the division of the bush of herbaceous peonies. But for the reproduction of this species, it is better to use the method of cuttings or layering.
Peony is one of the most beautiful garden flowers. Its bright buds, among the dense greenery of carved leaves, delight the hosts and their guests. The cultivation of peonies as a cultivated plant began more than two thousand years ago in China. In modern gardens, mainly herbaceous peony is grown, which is loved by summer residents for its rather large buds and bright various colors. And even when the flowers wither, the foliage of the bushes retains its attractiveness. How to transplant peoniesto bloom next year? We invite you to find out the answer in this article.
How to transplant peonies to bloom next year?
The best time for transplanting is the second half of August - September. By this period, the rhizome is already actively giving out processes, which, when transplanted, are a good guarantee of survival in a new place.
Location. Prepare the hole in advance, as the flower does not like if the soil is not settled. The well is prepared for two weeks before the transplant. Small pebbles are poured at its bottom as a drainage layer. A mixture consisting of earth, sand and humus, taken in equal amounts, is poured on top. Additionally, a glass of ash is added to the bucket of the mixture. The mixture should be prepared in the spring to mature by the time of planting. Then you need to pour a bucket of water into the hole, and leave for a week.
Pruning. In autumn, a bush of peonies is tied into a bunch and the leaves and stems are cut off, leaving about 20 centimeters from the rhizome. Around the bush, you need to dig up the soil and water it well. Digging is carried out the next day.
The soil. The root system of an adult plant goes to a depth of 90 centimeters, so you need to be very careful when digging out the rhizome for transplantation. In order to dig it up, use a pitchfork, since you can crush the root of the peony with a shovel and it will hurt for a long time. If the transplant is carried out in the fall, then the root is cleaned of the earth, and if the soil is acidic, then it is also washed in a weak solution of potassium permanganate. With a spring transplant, the earth is not removed, on the contrary, the larger the lump, the better.
Watering.In the prepared hole, the rhizome is placed in the middle so that the young roots can straighten well and feed the entire root in the future. The flower is watered, and then sprinkled with earth, so that a hole is formed in which water will accumulate.
The buds of the plant should not be more than 3-5 centimeters underground, otherwise they may rot. If the peony takes root after deep planting, then there is a high probability that one large bush without buds will grow. Whether the peony will bloom next year depends on the presence of buds and their quality. When dividing a bush, it is important that there are at least three buds on each planting root. The more buds, the better the flowering for the next year. You can plant a tuber without buds, but then flowering will come only after three years.
Blooming peonies next year - what not to forget?
In the first month after planting, the peony is sick and needs constant loosening of the soil. After the leaves begin to gain strength, the peonies spud. In the first year after transplantation, peonies do not bloom, but they grow and develop especially actively in well-lit areas. Flowers are afraid of drafts and planting in the lowlands, as the roots can rot due to excess moisture.
Peonies bloom especially violently if planted in alkaline soil. It is necessary to fertilize the soil annually, since an adult bush consumes a large amount of nutrients. So now you know how to transplant peonies, to bloom next year? By planting peonies correctly, regularly fertilizing and caring for them, you can achieve abundant flowering and large buds.
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Peonies in one place can grow for many years, but sooner or later, gardeners face the question of replanting bushes. At first glance, this is a troublesome business, but in practice everything is different. You just need to remember the timing and choose the right transplant method.
A suitable time for transplanting peonies
Features of transplanting peonies in spring
In early spring, peonies are transplanted with a whole bush, they are not engaged in division during this period. Plant survival is good, as there are many suction roots on the roots. But success depends not only on this - it is important to constantly keep the soil moist. It is good if the weather is damp, but in a dry spring you will have to regularly water the plantings.
You need to start transplanting when the snow has completely disappeared from the flower bed, but the bushes have not yet started to grow. The soil in the new place is prepared in advance: it is loosened, fertilized with sand, humus, compost.
Important! Fresh manure cannot be used.
Transplant instructions:
1. The old bush is completely dug out of the ground, trying to keep a lump.
2. The planting hole is watered abundantly, a peony bush is installed and sprinkled with earth.
3. The soil is compacted, watered and mulched with organic matter.
If mineral fertilizers were introduced into the planting pit, then they must be mixed with the ground. Peony roots are fragile, they can burn.
The best time to transplant peonies in the summer is August. The heat is no longer so strong, the bushes will more easily tolerate the procedure and adapt to a new place.
A landing pit for a summer transplant is prepared in six months. It must correspond to the size of the root system, its width is at least 50 cm, and its depth is about 80 cm. The bottom of the pit is well drained, half filled with compost or humus, watered abundantly and left until the end of summer. By the time of planting, the soil will completely settle, and the roots will not be exposed after watering.
In August, the old bush of peonies is dug up, divided into parts, thinned out. New cuttings should have at least 6 buds each. Before planting, the delenki are washed under running water and kept in a solution of potassium permanganate.
Important! If the root needs to be divided with a knife, then the instrument is disinfected in advance.
During planting, the roots are buried 5 cm into the ground, after which they are sprinkled with fertile soil and watered. Planting depth is very important, otherwise the plant will refuse to bloom. In the future, the peony is looked after as usual.
How to transplant peonies in the fall
Peonies transplanted in autumn will bloom next spring. During the winter, the bush will rest, gain strength. The transplant is planned for warm days, when there are still two weeks before the expected frost. This is exactly the time needed for the rooting of the bushes in a new place.
In each region, the timing of transplantation is different. In the Urals and Siberia, time is set aside for landing from mid-August to mid-September. In the Moscow region and the middle lane, planting must be completed before September 25. In the south of the country, the procedure can be extended until the end of the month.
Transplant instructions in the fall:
1. Prepare a pit measuring 40 x 50 cm, at least 20 cm deep.
2. Cut off old shoots to a height of 15 cm.
3. Dig up the bush with a pitchfork to avoid damaging the roots.
4. Remove rotten or dry root areas and divide as needed.
5. Plant the plant in a new location, deepening the buds by 7 cm. Deeper planting will cause root rot.
For planting, use a mixture of fertile soil with mineral fertilizers or humus.
Instructions for transplanting peonies to bloom
In order for a newly transplanted bush to bloom, you need to plant it correctly. To begin with, they choose a place where the peony will be grown. This should be a well-lit, dry, draft-free area. It is good if the sun hits it in the first half of the day, and in the midday heat the bush will be in partial shade. This will extend the flowering period. The eastern side of the site is best suited.
Important! Peonies are planted away from trees or shrubs, as they obscure the plant with their shadow. The full development of the bush will be disrupted, flowering is out of the question.
Peonies grow well only in loose, loamy soil. They grow poorly in heavy soil. The planting depth of the roots depends on the soil on the site. If the soil is heavy, then the cuttings are deepened only by 3 - 5 cm. On light soils, the planting depth is increased to 7 cm. With a deeper planting, the peonies will not bloom.
When transplanting peonies, you need to properly plan the flower bed. The distance between the bushes for low-growing varieties is about 80 cm, for others up to 110 cm.Tree peonies are planted at a distance of 1.5 m.
Peony care after transplant
The next year after transplanting, experienced gardeners recommend picking off the buds so that the bushes get stronger. Then in the next season, flowering will be abundant.
After the autumn transplant, the bushes are mulched with a thick layer of humus to prepare the peonies for winter. If this is not done, the roots may die. In the spring, the soil under the bushes is loosened.
When caring for peonies, do not forget about pruning the shoots. Many gardeners do it wrong. Shoots are cut in late autumn, from mid-October to early November. After two weeks, the bushes are fed with phosphorus and potassium.
Important! Earlier pruning of shoots weakens the bush, it does not tolerate winter well.
When pruning the bush, the shoots are cut completely flush with the soil. If during this period there is no rain, then the soil around is watered abundantly. Places of cuts are treated with a solution of potassium permanganate. All plant residues are removed from the flower bed and burned, they can cause diseases.
Peonies are unpretentious flowers that are easy to grow. If you follow all the instructions, then abundant flowering is guaranteed every year.