How Do You Plant A Sprouting Bare Root Peony?
Peonies are often shipped from nurseries in a bare root sprouting form. These hardy plants are a colorful addition to a perennial flower garden but should be handled carefully to get them a good start. Bare root plants need to be placed into a nutrient-rich growing medium to develop a strong root base. Choose a place that receives at least partial sun, which means that if the area is shady for part of the day it is fine, but ideally the plant should receive three or more hours of sun daily. In early spring after the last frost, dig a hole approximately 8-inches-deep and 8 inches in diameter. Remove the soil from the hole and place it in a bucket. Sift through the soil in the bucket to remove any weeds or roots and break up clumps. Mix the bucket to include one-third ground dirt, one-third compost and one-third potting soil. This will amend the original soil into a nutrient-rich mixture that is ideal for your new peony. Potting soil contains many nutrients and additives that are good fo
