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Peonies from heaven The Peony is named after Paeon, a student of Asclepius, the Greek god of medicine and healing. WhenAsclepius became jealous of his pupil, Zeus saved Paeon from the wrath of Asclepius by turning him into the peony flower. Peonies are perennial favorites in the flower garden. Their beautiful large blossoms make excellent cut flowers. Peonies grow from two to four feet in height and thrive in sunny locations with well-drained soil. Peonies are often referred as the third most popular flower after roses and orchids. Planting Peonies Planting Peonies is best done in early fall; however can be done in spring as soon as soils are workable. Each plant requires an area of about three feet. Dig a large hole to include the roots and to add some aged organic matter. Place the peony in the hole so that the small red colored bulbs are 1 to 2 inches below the ground. Backfill and water them well. A decline in flower production could indicate overcrowding. Because peonies develop huge roots, they are best planted in the ground and not in containers. Cold Weather is nice, but not an absolute Where you live is critical to whether you can grow Peonies. They require cold weather and grow best in colder climates. However you can trick peonies into thinking they are in a colder climate to promote their blooming. One way is to fill a 9 by 13 by 3 pan full of water and freeze it. Remove the ice once frozen and put it over the peonies. The other way to enjoy these plants in warmer climate is to plant early blooming varieties, such as Festiva Maxima, Coral Charm or Rubra pleana. Peonies in bloom are magnificent and they may be left undisturbed for many years. They are a beautiful addition to any garden. For more information about planting and growing flower bulbs and plants. Easy To Grow Bulbs Tips from EasyToGrowBulbs.com, an online venue for home gardeners seeking the biggest, best bulbs for their warm weather gardens. For more information and helpful planting guides.
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