Are you a peony fan like me ? What other flowers do you love ? Let me know in comments below and let me know where you are viewing this from in this great big beautiful world. I love to see how our Flower Tribe is growing around the world each week .
I find that my Limelight hydrangeas are by far the tallest growing hydrangea i have ever grown. As an added bonus, they are literally maintenance free once established in the ground. If you can, buy them at a large size in your local garden center so you don't have to wait years and years for them to mature. The large hydrangeas you saw in my videos are about 10 years old . They have been this size for about 4 years already though. You will love them in your garden or landscaping . 🙂🌺
From the UK. Thanks for the tips. May I ask, do u not need support and are they okay planted in the open like that with no windbreaker on any side? I have one in the house I'm renting and we had some very sting winds and some of the stems from the base came off and weakened it. I want to plant some more in the front garden between the drive and lawn but not sure is that's a good location or if I need a different type of peony
I have peonies that were planted in 1957. I haven't fertilized them, and I get beautiful flowers every year. The homeowner was a lovely woman who had this house built, a d the first thing she did was plant a 75-100 tubers, and I made the mistake of listening to a neighbor who told me to till the soil. Well, the peonies survived, but the dirt loosened and my tubers are surrounded by creeping Charlie! I'm happy to report that the plants are surviving, but every year we spend countless hours weeding around the plants. It's worth it, because they are absolutely beautiful! Just thought I'd share.
Follow the first year they sleep, second year they creep, third year they leap. Thanks for the information. It was incredibly helpful. Love the beautiful Bernese Mountain pal.
I have found after almost 50 years that it is best to build up a bed or use hills -- see how her commercial or cutting beds are done. That way you don't have as much of a chance of burying too deep nor have water stand and collect around tubers. I have found it is best to leave mulch about 2' clear but mulch further out and I like to buy peony cages at the same time I buy roots and put them in when I plant each tuber. This way I know exactly where they are and I don't have to worry come spring about damaging eyes or stems when placing in the spring when they are actively growing. If you get lots of rain in the spring -- you need to provide supports to help hold them up as the flower heads are heavy and rain will have them flat on the ground w/o support. Growing in full sun gives them the best natural strength but rain and storms will crush them and your heart. Many times they will spring back up but might get damaged in the meantime.
Amazing peony advice . You are a wealth of peony knowledge . I love your tip of putting the peony cage around the peony when you plant it . So many times I’ve planted the bare root amd then forgot where the plant was in winter and messed with it by accident . 👍👏👏👏🌸
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I also love roses! I would love to see some pictures of them 🌹 I’d like to invite you to join my Kelly Lehman Flower Tribe Facebook Group. Flower Tribe members are posting images of their gardens from all around the world and asking and answering garden questions with each other . It’s a super place for garden enthusiasts to hang out 🤗🌸 ➡️ facebook.com/groups/173080477731043
Omg your peonies are just stunningly gorgeous! You are such a sweetie love your videos their so informative!🌸love, LOVE peonies my fav! you and your beautiful dog too adorable on your pink golf cart
Thank you so much, my Mom had peonies in our back yard and I always loved them but I also heard that they take a long time to get established so I kept putting off buying them. I really missed them so this year I finally caved only to end up completely confused about the correct way to plant them. This is an excellent video and your instructions are flawless! I live right in Somerset County very close to your farm so I'm surprised this is the first I've heard of it! Maybe I can visit next season and see your gorgeous flowers!
Your dog is so precious. Reminds me of my Bella Grace as she always wants to be near me also. I love this so much. Thank you for the tips on planting these gorgeous flowers.
I live in South Africa and planted tubers for the first time last fall. Our winters don’t get very cold. So two of the 6 came up but no flowers. So now we’re in deep winter and I can’t wait to see whether I’ll get a flower or two this coming summer.
Just watched your video on supporting peony plants, last year one of my plants was huge and the blooms fell over when they got really wet after rain. Thanks for your great tips,have just subscribed!!
Southern Entertaining Oh that’s so exciting ! I love when they get all tucked in for winter . Here’s hoping you get beautiful blooms the first season . Fingers crossed 🤞 🌸
The instruction I have for the tubers I bought is to plant in Spring? I live in Ontario Canada. So should I wait until Spring or Fall to plant? Thank you.
I’m dividing my quite old peony for the first time! Your video was soooo helpful. Not sure how many of the tubers will take but even if it’s just two that’s twice as many as I have right now😊. I’m planting six. Thanks for sharing your expertise!!!
Kelly Lehman Hi Kelly, got one of the tubers planted but my chocolate lab dug it up🙁. Yesterday I put some wire mesh around it and so far so good... Will plant the other three tubers this week making sure to fence them up!
Two other companies are Hollingsworth Peonies who fresh dig and only ship in the fall. The other is Cricket Hill Peonies - they sell supports and shade umbrellas too or you can make your own over the winter. I have never used them but if you show or sell cutting stems, can be helpful. But for large beds, there are less expensive ways to protect. We also burn off our peony beds if growing for selling. Never compost the foliage, same for tomatoes, potatoes, peppers - burn it or send to the dump.
Thank you Kelly for explaining this so well. My first time planning bare root. Yours are so beautiful I can only hope mine will be wonderful. My first one is Raspberry Sundae. So pretty. Next, I'll try Sarah Bernhardt. Zone 9b if you have any tips for me.
Thank you for a great video. I love your dog. What a cutie! I have a great Pyrenees . Is your dog at Bernese mountain dog what a beautiful animal and yes I love peonies. what is your favorite variety of peony? I only have about five in my yard and the varieties grow more every year my favorite so far is bowl of beauty.
I absolutely loved the video. I was so confused on how to plant these. But after watching the video I think I pretty much know how to put these in the ground Thank you so much
i looked up some information for you on the internet regarding peony fertilizer tips . hop you find them helpful . 😀PEONY FERTILIZING TIPS Source ➡️ homeguides.sfgate.com/feed-peonies-39971.html The Best Way to Fertilize Peonies The best way to fertilize peonies is by using a tulip fertilizer. You should work the soil well before you plant your peonies, mixing in compost or another organic material like bonemeal or well-rotted manure and a small amount of fertilizer. In the spring, when the plants begin to grow and the shoots are 3 to 4 inches high, you can apply a complete, dry, synthetic fertilizer such as 5-10-5 or 10-10-10 or organic fertilizer such as 5-5-5. One application of fertilizer per year is usually sufficient to promote plant growth. Using a low-nitrogen fertilizer for peonies is important, as a fertilizer with too much nitrogen could hinder the plant's growth. Be careful to not overfertilize. Always add the fertilizer around the drip line of the plant because if you add it directly on the crown, it could burn the plant.
Once I plant the tuber, how often do I water that? I live in Southern Illinois, so I'm not sure what month to plant it? The one I bought says multi color sorbet.
Omg! Those bouquets were amazing! ❤️❤️❤️ It looked like one huge fluffy ball. 😄 You said Peonies are one of the easiest flowers to grow... I'm gonna hold you to that!😄 Nothing seems to thrive here. Even my huge oak trees are dying. ❓I bought 4 Peonies the first part of December but I haven't gotten them in the ground. I'm in Zone 7 where winters are mild although 3 days ago the temps dipped into sub freezing temps. I think my life would be complete if I could get my Itoh Bartzella with its supposed 9-inch blloms growing strong. Can I still plant them outside now in Zone 7 (Northeast GA)? Thanks for sharing your Peony knowledge! 😊
I ordered peony tubers from bluestone perennials and from brecks this fall... Do I need to soak them for a time before planting..or just plant per the video instructions and water heavily??
Best tunes to plant peonies are spring and fall . If you have them at your house and it’s warm , you can plant them , just meep up with the watering especially the first few months . 🌸
I made changes on the audio edits due to your comment. Thank you for the tip. I also bought a new mic so it should get even better in time . I appreciate your help in pointing this out. 🙂🌺
I'm in Ohio. I have a peony bush that blooms every year. Never knew much about it. Came with my house when I bought it. I want to learn how to take care if it and make more of them. It's on the side of my house that gets full sun. It's very top heavy flower. Need help figuring out how to put it up on a stilt or something. It droopy. Mine are a creamy white. Love the scent. I didn't know what they were my first year until my neighbor told me they were peonies. I get about 10 a year.
Great peony question. Peonies usually like a winters chill but i found an article about a gardener who grows Sara Bernhardt peonies in her Texas garden here is it 😊➡️decortoadore.net/2018/05/you-can-grow-peonies-in-texas.html
Madam which type of environ ment it needs . As our place is having high temperature during summer up to 41 o centigrade . Is it comes up well in this place
Hi Kelly, this was a great video! I planted a peony last spring and I see one of the eyes poking up above the soil. Is this normal or have I planted them too shallow? What do you fertilize your peonies with, and when do you fertilize? Thank you so much for what you do!
You did great in planting your peony at a good depth . Yes you should be seeing that eye right about now . I would give her a sprinkling of bone meal this time of year . Good luck ! Hop on over to my new kelly lehman’s flower tribe group page and post pics of your flowers when you can . Would like to see them 🤗 ➡️ m.facebook.com/groups/173080477731043?refsrc=https%3A%2F%2Fm.facebook.com%2Flogin%2Fdevice-based%2Fpassword%2F&_rdr
Hey , there . The snow fall is not as important as the cooler temps for peonies . Here is some information that may be helpful Where to grow: Peonies thrive in cooler climates (Sunset zones 1-11; A1-A3), where they get pronounced winter chill. But some (see below) will grow well in warmer climates. All are also worth a try in dappled shade in zones 14-20. There, give plants afternoon shade and ample water. When to plant: Set out container-grown plants in late April in warmer climates, May or June in cold-winter areas. Expect more bloom from 3-year-old peonies in 5-gallon containers. How to plant From nursery containers, in spring or fall: Loosen the soil and mix in generous amounts of compost, then place the plant in the ground with the top of its rootball level with the soil, taking care not to disrupt tender feeder roots. Or transplant it into a large (18- to 24-inch diameter) container that is wider than deep. From roots, in fall: Plant herbaceous peony roots with eyes 2 inches deep in cold climates, 1 inch deep in warmer regions. Itoh hybrids should be planted 3 inches deep in cold climates, 2 inches deep in warmer areas. How to water, feed: Water regularly. Feed with low-nitrogen fertilizer (such as 5-10-10) as the first leaves unfurl in spring, then again after the last flower fades. When to pick: To harvest blooms for bouquets, cut stems just as flower buds begin to open (leave at least three leaves to nourish the plant for the following year); they’ll last up to a week in vases. Most varieties produce one bloom per stem, although Itoh hybrids produce more blooms per stem as the plants age. Post-bloom care: In autumn, cut herbaceous and Itoh hybrid peonies to the ground; new growth will emerge the following spring. Pick up a peony Choose: For cool climates: Three new Itoh hybrids (crosses between tree peonies and herbaceous peonies): ‘Bartzella’ (very large bright yellow blooms), ‘Pink Double Dandy’ (pink, of course), or ‘Yellow Doodle Dandy’. For cool or warm climates: Four herbaceous favorites: ‘Blaze’ (bright red single), ‘Festiva Maxima’ (white double with crimson flecks in the center), ‘Sarah Bernhardt’ (pink), or ‘Sea Shell’ (satiny pink single). Source - www.sunset.com/garden/flowers-plants/how-to-grow-peonies
I grew up in Texas. They don't get enough chill hours there to bloom (our lilacs fail to bloom 4 the same reason). When I moved to St. Louis, I planted several. They never even came up. The next year, I dug up the tubers to return (plant warranty) and when the lady at the store asked why I was returning them, I told her they never even came up. She asked how deeply I'd planted them, and I told her about 6"-8". She laughed and said, "You planted them too deep, replant them about 1"-2" below the soil line, and I promise they'll come up and bloom." I did, and they did. Lesson learned even though it took a year to figure it out. 😂😂😂
Hi Kelly I am afraid i may have planted my peony bulbs too deep because i only have plant but now flowers. Now they are only 2 springs old lol. Can i remedy this error?
I would love to plant peonies / tulips / wisteria ans hydrangeas, but i live in Madagascar. I have never seen them in my country. Do you think it can be successfull?
Very informative. Thank you! Question - I planted my "roots" early spring but it is May (We are in Zone 3) and there is no leaves, no nothing... I don''t want to dig and see if the leaves are coming but it just looks like I might have killed the roots... Should there be green leaves by now? Thank you!
Hi Nataly , thank you for your question. I would wait a while longer to give her a chance to come up . I am in a hardiness zone 6 and my peonies are about 3 weeks behind mu usually bloom schedule. here is some information I found for you regarding transplanting peonies in spring in case you decided to dig your peony up in a few weeks if you still don't see any signs of growth . Good luck . :) 😀 PEONIES HOW TO TRANSPLANT IN SPRING SOURCE - homeguides.sfgate.com/transplant-peonies-spring-38845.html Though peonies (Paeonia spp.) thrive in cool climates down to U.S. Department of Agriculture Plant Hardiness Zone 3, they can be grown in climates as warm as zones 8 and 9. They often grow as deciduous shrubs that take several years to become established and bloom well after planting. If you want to transplant a peony, ideally you should wait until fall when the plant dies back. However, if you move your peony in the spring just as new growth occurs, it should fare well, though it may not bloom as well the first year. * Till the soil 12 to 18 inches deep and mix in 4 inches of organic matter, such as compost or leaf mold. Peonies thrive in well-draining, amended soil in an area that gets at least six hours of sunlight. If you live in an area with hot summers, though, some afternoon shade is also necessary. * Water the peony with 1 inch of water one or two days before transplanting. Because transplanting is stressful for plants, it is essential they are well hydrated for the move, not water stressed. * Remove the peony from its current location, digging around the root ball with a spade and getting as much of it as possible. Slide a tarp or piece of burlap under the root ball to keep it intact while you move it to its new location. * Dig a hole that is two times as wide as the peony's root ball. The depth should be exactly the same as the root ball so it is planted just as deeply as it was before. Planted too deeply, the plant may not flower. * Set the peony in the hole and backfill the soil around the sides. Tamp the soil with your hands lightly so you fill in the air pockets but do not compact the soil so hard that water is unable to flow through it. * Water the peony with 1 inch of water and add 3 inches of mulch, such as bark or leaves, to conserve water during the first year after transplanting and to keep the roots cool during warm weather.
You can plant an actual peony plant in spring but for best results with tubers fall is best . I’ve never planted a peony tuber in spring but it may be worth a try if it’s early enough in spring . 🌸
What hardiness do you live in . Here is what I found online regarding best hardiness zones to plant in ... "Sarah Bernhardt" peonies produce full, pink blossoms. Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty Images "Sarah Bernhardt" peonies (Paeonia lactiflora "Sarah Bernhardt") are medium-sized flowering shrubs with large, light-pink blossoms. These perennial plants are grown from root divisions with three to four eyes, which are the nodes from which stems grow. Divisions with fewer than three eyes take much longer to flower than divisions with at least three eyes. Divisions should be purchased from a reputable nursery. "Sarah Bernhardt" peonies are hardy in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 3 to 8. Source - homeguides.sfgate.com/plant-sarah-bernhardt-peonies-63814.html
Of you are not sure what zone you are in , here is a place you can plug in your zip code to find out Hardiness zone finder The USDA Hardiness Zone Map divides North America into 11 separate planting zones; each growing zone is 10°F warmer (or colder) in an average winter than the adjacent zone. If you see a hardiness zone in a gardening catalog or plant description, chances are it refers to this USDA map. To find your USDA Hardiness Zone, enter your zip code or use the map below. Click here for more information about hardiness maps. Find your zone using the map below or enter your zip code. What are Zone Maps? Gardeners need a way to compare their garden climates with the climate where a plant is known to grow well. That's why climate zone maps were created. Zone maps are tools that show where various permanent landscape plants can adapt. If you want a shrub, perennial, or tree to survive and grow year after year, the plant must tolerate year-round conditions in your area, such as the lowest and highest temperatures and the amount and distribution of rainfall. Source ⬇️ garden.org/nga/zipzone/
Hi, I live in Toronto(5b zone) and I am wondering if this is a good time to plant peonies right now( today is Oct 14th.) The first frost date is November 1st this year. Thank you.
Hey, if it helps I'm also from Toronto (North York), and I'm planting my peonies now. But it's my first time doing them. For the best advice, I'd go to the Toronto Master Gardeners website and ask a question. They typically have a quick turnaround!!
Great question ! Keep them moist when you newly plant them for a little while . Then feel the soil , if it’s dry water them. If it’s moist leave them be .
Great question Dillon . It depends what your growing zone is like . If you are free from the danger of frost , you can plant them . I plant a lot of these in early spring here in NJ when temps warm up and there is no more frost . 🌸
I realized i planted mine wrong after watching this video about month ago. Planted with the brown side down, and the eyes popped up 2 inches above the dirt lol replanted them with the brown tubes to the side like this video, i seen roots starting to develop lol i planted them right this time lol
SUper Peony question . Yes you can plant them now . make sure you do not plant your peony too deep of they will not flower . You may need to wait a year or two to see blooms . Sometimes they take a while to get established .
Oh thats not good , I'll have to take a look to see if there are better vendors available . Thank you fo letting me know . You were smart to check the review . Try your local garden center to see if they have any left in stock . You can also try ducthbulbs.com . I like this company a. lot and they sell tubers .
I would try to remove some of the soil first . If you can do that with out disturbing the rest of the root system you may be good to go . If not , i would wait until fall when the plant is dormant and than dig her up and replant with no more than 2 inches of soil above the highest eye. Hey there flower friend . I would give you tips on this if I knew how to do it 🤗. I don't know the answer to that one but i'll bet someone on our Kelly Lehman's Flower Tribe Facebook group does . I’d like to invite you to join my Kelly Lehman Flower Tribe Facebook Group.Flower Tribe members can post images of their gardens from all around the world and ask and answer garden questions with each other . Hope to see you there 🤗🌸 ➡️ facebook.com/groups/173080477731043
Great peony question . Yes you can plant peonies in a pot 👏👏🌸😊. . Here is some information I found for you online regarding growing peonies in a pot . How to Grow a Peony in a Pot Written by Michelle Miley; Updated November 27, 2018 Peonies (Paeoniaceae) are available in many varieties, some of which are herbaceous and some of which are deciduous and known as tree peonies. Both types grow large, colorful flowers that measure 10 to 12 inches across. Herbaceous peonies are smaller and grow to be about 4 feet tall, while tree peonies easily reach 6 feet in height. Peonies of either type can be grown in containers and do well in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 3 -9 Select early-blooming peony varieties in Mediterranean climates to enjoy the blooms for as long as possible. Some attractive early-blooming varieties include “Charlie’s White,” “Marietta Sisson,” “Xuan Li Duo Cai” and “Rosedale.” Choose a large, light-colored pot with several drainage holes on the bottom. Peonies have very large root systems, especially herbaceous varieties, and need much deeper pots than other container plants. Young nursery peonies should be planted in at least 1 1/2 feet of soil, and larger peonies need more. Older, larger peonies need containers that are at least 18 to 24 inches wide and deeper than they are Fill the container with a very-well-draining potting soil mix composed of 65 percent topsoil and 35 percent perlite. Peonies are very susceptible to root rot and should never be planted in standard potting soil, which does not provide adequate drainage. Place the container in an area where it is shaded but still receives about three to four hours of sunlight each day. An area of dappled shade is the perfect spot for potted peonies. Water peonies at least once a week. Peonies are drought-tolerant and usually require little water, but container plants need more water than those planted in the ground. Fertilize peonies in the very early spring when the leaves are starting to unfurl. Peonies should be fed with a low-nitrogen formula such as 5-10-10. Fertilize again when the plant has finished blooming for the season. Move the container to a sheltered location for the winter months where it does not freeze. Although container plants must be protected from deep freezes, they must experience cold winter temperatures in order to bloom the next spring. Plants grown in hardiness zones 8 should do well, but those grown in zones 9 and 10 may not bloom in the spring if the winter is too mild. Things You Will Need Large, light-colored pot Casters (optional) Topsoil Perlite 5-10-10 fertilizer Tip Place pots on casters before planting, as the large pots required by peonies get quite heavy and difficult to move when full. Peonies can be successfully grown in root bags. Source ➡️ homeguides.sfgate.com/grow-peony-pot-41756.html
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I find that my Limelight hydrangeas are by far the tallest growing hydrangea i have ever grown. As an added bonus, they are literally maintenance free once established in the ground. If you can, buy them at a large size in your local garden center so you don't have to wait years and years for them to mature. The large hydrangeas you saw in my videos are about 10 years old . They have been this size for about 4 years already though. You will love them in your garden or landscaping . 🙂🌺
@ Oh i'm so excited for you. You will loveeeee this hydrangea . Send me pics once you get your first blooms. 👏😊🌺
From the UK. Thanks for the tips. May I ask, do u not need support and are they okay planted in the open like that with no windbreaker on any side? I have one in the house I'm renting and we had some very sting winds and some of the stems from the base came off and weakened it. I want to plant some more in the front garden between the drive and lawn but not sure is that's a good location or if I need a different type of peony
Hi. Elmor here from Michigan. What is the best month to transfer peonys? I have some at the corner where it’s shady. It’s not producing flowers.
I picked up 3 Peony bulbs but I'm so happy in one pack there was 2 extra bulbs. I am now growing 5 Peony, lots of Alliums and 9 clematis.
I have peonies that were planted in 1957. I haven't fertilized them, and I get beautiful flowers every year. The homeowner was a lovely woman who had this house built, a d the first thing she did was plant a 75-100 tubers, and I made the mistake of listening to a neighbor who told me to till the soil. Well, the peonies survived, but the dirt loosened and my tubers are surrounded by creeping Charlie! I'm happy to report that the plants are surviving, but every year we spend countless hours weeding around the plants. It's worth it, because they are absolutely beautiful! Just thought I'd share.
Follow the first year they sleep, second year they creep, third year they leap. Thanks for the information. It was incredibly helpful. Love the beautiful Bernese Mountain pal.
I have found after almost 50 years that it is best to build up a bed or use hills -- see how her commercial or cutting beds are done. That way you don't have as much of a chance of burying too deep nor have water stand and collect around tubers. I have found it is best to leave mulch about 2' clear but mulch further out and I like to buy peony cages at the same time I buy roots and put them in when I plant each tuber. This way I know exactly where they are and I don't have to worry come spring about damaging eyes or stems when placing in the spring when they are actively growing. If you get lots of rain in the spring -- you need to provide supports to help hold them up as the flower heads are heavy and rain will have them flat on the ground w/o support. Growing in full sun gives them the best natural strength but rain and storms will crush them and your heart. Many times they will spring back up but might get damaged in the meantime.
Amazing peony advice . You are a wealth of peony knowledge . I love your tip of putting the peony cage around the peony when you plant it . So many times I’ve planted the bare root amd then forgot where the plant was in winter and messed with it by accident . 👍👏👏👏🌸
I can’t stop staring at your lovely pup . So cute
You are so kind. Lucy is super cute . Thanks for watching our peony video !
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I found the cure for my anxiety 🙏🏼💕🌷 you’re wonderful channel thank you from Chicago!
Oh wow, now that made me smile real wide . Your comment just warmed my heart . Thank you for that . 🌸🌸🌸😊😊😊
Thank you for flower love from Chicago 🌸😊🌻👋🤗🌍
I’m very new to peonies but I am full of roses just love them
I also love roses! I would love to see some pictures of them 🌹
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Omg your peonies are just stunningly gorgeous! You are such a sweetie love your videos their so informative!🌸love, LOVE peonies my fav! you and your beautiful dog too adorable on your pink golf cart
Hey Andrea 👋 So glad you loved our peonies. Loved yourvery kind comment . Lucy says thank you too 🌸❤️🌸
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I'm from New Zealand and love peonys!
Thank you for checking in from New Zealand 🌸🌎😊👋👍🌻🙌
Thank you so much, my Mom had peonies in our back yard and I always loved them but I also heard that they take a long time to get established so I kept putting off buying them. I really missed them so this year I finally caved only to end up completely confused about the correct way to plant them. This is an excellent video and your instructions are flawless! I live right in Somerset County very close to your farm so I'm surprised this is the first I've heard of it! Maybe I can visit next season and see your gorgeous flowers!
Your dog is so adorable and thanks for the helpful information too!
Glad it was helpful!
Your dog is so precious. Reminds me of my Bella Grace as she always wants to be near me also.
I love this so much. Thank you for the tips on planting these gorgeous flowers.
Roses are my favorite plants to grow. VERY fragrant roses and lilies.
I’m obsessed with Lucy
Thank for sharing your knowledge
Thank you for your quick and very informative video!
You're very welcome , I'm glad it was helpful 😊👍
I live in South Africa and planted tubers for the first time last fall. Our winters don’t get very cold. So two of the 6 came up but no flowers. So now we’re in deep winter and I can’t wait to see whether I’ll get a flower or two this coming summer.
Just watched your video on supporting peony plants, last year one of my plants was huge and the blooms fell over when they got really wet after rain. Thanks for your great tips,have just subscribed!!
thanks for this info..I love peonies
Sure thing . Happy to share the flower love 💕 🌸🌸
I love peonies too 💃💃🌸🌸🌸🌸
Thank you for the informative video. I'll plant my tubers this fall using your instructions Love the dog!
so happy to hear you will be planting Peonies . I’ll tell Lucy my Bernese mountain dog you sent your regards 🌸😊
Great tips! Thank you Kelly!
Jeannie Carney Thanks Jeannie. I always love hearing from you 🌸🌸🌸🌸❤️
Hi Kelly. I hope you are well. Brilliant tips thank you. Natalie 😀 x
Thank you for your kind comment Natalie. Made my morning .😊🌺
OUR PEONY WAS SO PRETTY THIS SEASON KELLY...
So happy to hear about your peony doing so well this year . 👍🌸
Love love love all your videos ♡♡♡♡
Thank you flower friend 😊🌸
Thanks for sharing. Planting my peonies today! Hopefully we will get blooms because in the past we got beautiful foliage but no blooms😊
Southern Entertaining Oh that’s so exciting ! I love when they get all tucked in for winter . Here’s hoping you get beautiful blooms the first season . Fingers crossed 🤞 🌸
The instruction I have for the tubers I bought is to plant in Spring? I live in Ontario Canada. So should I wait until Spring or Fall to plant? Thank you.
That's a grat video ans answerd a lit if my questions! But I'm not clear on how to keep the weeds from overtaking the peony bed 😕
Lucy 😍💕 star of the video 😍😂
Thanks for the video, when can I expect to see foliage. Its been 2 weeks that I planted my bare root. I am super excited 🥰.
I’m dividing my quite old peony for the first time! Your video was soooo helpful. Not sure how many of the tubers will take but even if it’s just two that’s twice as many as I have right now😊. I’m planting six. Thanks for sharing your expertise!!!
Hi Colleen, please let me know how they come out after you divide and replant . I need to do this . Thank you for the peony inspiration. 🌸😊👍
Kelly Lehman Hi Kelly, got one of the tubers planted but my chocolate lab dug it up🙁. Yesterday I put some wire mesh around it and so far so good... Will plant the other three tubers this week making sure to fence them up!
Lucy stole the show🥰🐶😁
As usual 😁❤️
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Two other companies are Hollingsworth Peonies who fresh dig and only ship in the fall. The other is Cricket Hill Peonies - they sell supports and shade umbrellas too or you can make your own over the winter. I have never used them but if you show or sell cutting stems, can be helpful. But for large beds, there are less expensive ways to protect. We also burn off our peony beds if growing for selling. Never compost the foliage, same for tomatoes, potatoes, peppers - burn it or send to the dump.
Super advice!! That was great . So helpful . 👍🌸👏👏👏
Hi Kelly I’m from the uk and have been given some peony seed pods,but how do I propagate them? Tia love your videos x Fiona
Thank you Kelly for explaining this so well. My first time planning bare root. Yours are so beautiful I can only hope mine will be wonderful. My first one is Raspberry Sundae. So pretty. Next, I'll try Sarah Bernhardt. Zone 9b if you have any tips for me.
Thank you for a great video. I love your dog. What a cutie! I have a great Pyrenees . Is your dog at Bernese mountain dog what a beautiful animal and yes I love peonies. what is your favorite variety of peony? I only have about five in my yard and the varieties grow more every year my favorite so far is bowl of beauty.
Thanks for the information, love the dog
You're welcome Jim , I'll tell Lucy you send your love ❤️
Very beautiful plant. Thanks for giving guide.
Sure thing . Thank you for your kind comment 🌸🤗
Thanks for the great tips! Cracking up over your Berner, she acts like mine!
Thanks for watching! Oh so fun that you have a berner too . What is her/his name ?
I absolutely loved the video. I was so confused on how to plant these. But after watching the video I think I pretty much know how to put these in the ground Thank you so much
Great video, thank you for the information!
Thank you Anne , appreciate your kind comment on this peony video 🌸🌸🌸😊😊😊👏👏👏
Hey @Kelly, i received peony tubers from a family member. There are three pieces, each with one shoot or bud. Should i plant them together or apart?
PS Beautiful dog and great gardening buddy!
Lucy says thank you 🐶
Thank you! I live in Napa, Ca and I’m just about to plant my first Peony tubers.
Good luck! I'll bet you will love this plant 😊🌸👏
Thank you for checking in from gorgeous Napa , California 🌸👍🌍😊👋
When is a good time to fertilize my peonies? And what’s a good one ? Thanks from Spring Lake, Michigan. 🤗🌸
i looked up some information for you on the internet regarding peony fertilizer tips . hop you find them helpful . 😀PEONY FERTILIZING TIPS
Source ➡️ homeguides.sfgate.com/feed-peonies-39971.html
The Best Way to Fertilize Peonies
The best way to fertilize peonies is by using a tulip fertilizer. You should work the soil well before you plant your peonies, mixing in compost or another organic material like bonemeal or well-rotted manure and a small amount of fertilizer.
In the spring, when the plants begin to grow and the shoots are 3 to 4 inches high, you can apply a complete, dry, synthetic fertilizer such as 5-10-5 or 10-10-10 or organic fertilizer such as 5-5-5. One application of fertilizer per year is usually sufficient to promote plant growth.
Using a low-nitrogen fertilizer for peonies is important, as a fertilizer with too much nitrogen could hinder the plant's growth. Be careful to not overfertilize. Always add the fertilizer around the drip line of the plant because if you add it directly on the crown, it could burn the plant.
So is it best to plant rhizomes in fall & the container plants (like you’d buy at a garden center that already have leaves) in the spring?
Since you are in Cranbury, what sort of soil do you have? Outside Princeton my soil is rock! And clay.
Once I plant the tuber, how often do I water that? I live in Southern Illinois, so I'm not sure what month to plant it? The one I bought says multi color sorbet.
Hi Kelly currently the winter is coming and i have some peony roots should i plant them or keep them for the next year?
Omg! Those bouquets were amazing! ❤️❤️❤️ It looked like one huge fluffy ball. 😄 You said Peonies are one of the easiest flowers to grow... I'm gonna hold you to that!😄 Nothing seems to thrive here. Even my huge oak trees are dying.
❓I bought 4 Peonies the first part of December but I haven't gotten them in the ground. I'm in Zone 7 where winters are mild although 3 days ago the temps dipped into sub freezing temps. I think my life would be complete if I could get my Itoh Bartzella with its supposed 9-inch blloms growing strong. Can I still plant them outside now in Zone 7 (Northeast GA)?
Thanks for sharing your Peony knowledge! 😊
I ordered peony tubers from bluestone perennials and from brecks this fall... Do I need to soak them for a time before planting..or just plant per the video instructions and water heavily??
Love your dog❤
Thank you . I'll tell Lucy you said hi .
Hi , is Dallas tx is ok to plant peonies with hot weather
Best tunes to plant peonies are spring and fall . If you have them at your house and it’s warm , you can plant them , just meep up with the watering especially the first few months . 🌸
Thanks for the tips! Finally your audio is at normal level!!! 😊😊😊
I made changes on the audio edits due to your comment. Thank you for the tip. I also bought a new mic so it should get even better in time . I appreciate your help in pointing this out. 🙂🌺
I planted in January it has grown about six inches do you think they will grow and bloom next year?
I bet they will . Sometimes they take a year to shown off their blooms 🌸
I'm in Ohio. I have a peony bush that blooms every year. Never knew much about it. Came with my house when I bought it. I want to learn how to take care if it and make more of them. It's on the side of my house that gets full sun. It's very top heavy flower. Need help figuring out how to put it up on a stilt or something. It droopy. Mine are a creamy white. Love the scent. I didn't know what they were my first year until my neighbor told me they were peonies. I get about 10 a year.
can you grow these in warmer places? where the ground doesn't freeze. Like north Houston?
Great peony question. Peonies usually like a winters chill but i found an article about a gardener who grows Sara Bernhardt peonies in her Texas garden here is it 😊➡️decortoadore.net/2018/05/you-can-grow-peonies-in-texas.html
Thank you for checking in from north Houston 🌍👏👍😊👋
How could we prepare the soil as in video? Thank you!
Madam which type of environ ment it needs . As our place is having high temperature during summer up to 41 o centigrade . Is it comes up well in this place
Hi Kelly, this was a great video! I planted a peony last spring and I see one of the eyes poking up above the soil. Is this normal or have I planted them too shallow? What do you fertilize your peonies with, and when do you fertilize? Thank you so much for what you do!
You did great in planting your peony at a good depth . Yes you should be seeing that eye right about now . I would give her a sprinkling of bone meal this time of year . Good luck !
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Is it possible to fake the chilling period? I live in a place where we dont get any snowfall
Hey , there . The snow fall is not as important as the cooler temps for peonies .
Here is some information that may be helpful
Where to grow: Peonies thrive in cooler climates (Sunset zones 1-11; A1-A3), where they get pronounced winter chill. But some (see below) will grow well in warmer climates. All are also worth a try in dappled shade in zones 14-20. There, give plants afternoon shade and ample water.
When to plant: Set out container-grown plants in late April in warmer climates, May or June in cold-winter areas. Expect more bloom from 3-year-old peonies in 5-gallon containers.
How to plant
From nursery containers, in spring or fall: Loosen the soil and mix in generous amounts of compost, then place the plant in the ground with the top of its rootball level with the soil, taking care not to disrupt tender feeder roots. Or transplant it into a large (18- to 24-inch diameter) container that is wider than deep.
From roots, in fall: Plant herbaceous peony roots with eyes 2 inches deep in cold climates, 1 inch deep in warmer regions. Itoh hybrids should be planted 3 inches deep in cold climates, 2 inches deep in warmer areas.
How to water, feed: Water regularly. Feed with low-nitrogen fertilizer (such as 5-10-10) as the first leaves unfurl in spring, then again after the last flower fades.
When to pick: To harvest blooms for bouquets, cut stems just as flower buds begin to open (leave at least three leaves to nourish the plant for the following year); they’ll last up to a week in vases. Most varieties produce one bloom per stem, although Itoh hybrids produce more blooms per stem as the plants age.
Post-bloom care: In autumn, cut herbaceous and Itoh hybrid peonies to the ground; new growth will emerge the following spring.
Pick up a peony
Choose:
For cool climates: Three new Itoh hybrids (crosses between tree peonies and herbaceous peonies): ‘Bartzella’ (very large bright yellow blooms), ‘Pink Double Dandy’ (pink, of course), or ‘Yellow Doodle Dandy’.
For cool or warm climates: Four herbaceous favorites: ‘Blaze’ (bright red single), ‘Festiva Maxima’ (white double with crimson flecks in the center), ‘Sarah Bernhardt’ (pink), or ‘Sea Shell’ (satiny pink single).
Source - www.sunset.com/garden/flowers-plants/how-to-grow-peonies
@@KellyLehman thanks for the info!
I grew up in Texas. They don't get enough chill hours there to bloom (our lilacs fail to bloom 4 the same reason). When I moved to St. Louis, I planted several. They never even came up. The next year, I dug up the tubers to return (plant warranty) and when the lady at the store asked why I was returning them, I told her they never even came up. She asked how deeply I'd planted them, and I told her about 6"-8". She laughed and said, "You planted them too deep, replant them about 1"-2" below the soil line, and I promise they'll come up and bloom." I did, and they did. Lesson learned even though it took a year to figure it out. 😂😂😂
Hi Kelly I am afraid i may have planted my peony bulbs too deep because i only have plant but now flowers. Now they are only 2 springs old lol. Can i remedy this error?
I would love to plant peonies / tulips / wisteria ans hydrangeas, but i live in Madagascar. I have never seen them in my country. Do you think it can be successfull?
Very informative. Thank you! Question - I planted my "roots" early spring but it is May (We are in Zone 3) and there is no leaves, no nothing... I don''t want to dig and see if the leaves are coming but it just looks like I might have killed the roots... Should there be green leaves by now? Thank you!
Hi Nataly , thank you for your question. I would wait a while longer to give her a chance to come up . I am in a hardiness zone 6 and my peonies are about 3 weeks behind mu usually bloom schedule. here is some information I found for you regarding transplanting peonies in spring in case you decided to dig your peony up in a few weeks if you still don't see any signs of growth . Good luck . :)
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PEONIES HOW TO TRANSPLANT IN SPRING
SOURCE - homeguides.sfgate.com/transplant-peonies-spring-38845.html
Though peonies (Paeonia spp.) thrive in cool climates down to U.S. Department of Agriculture Plant Hardiness Zone 3, they can be grown in climates as warm as zones 8 and 9. They often grow as deciduous shrubs that take several years to become established and bloom well after planting. If you want to transplant a peony, ideally you should wait until fall when the plant dies back. However, if you move your peony in the spring just as new growth occurs, it should fare well, though it may not bloom as well the first year.
* Till the soil 12 to 18 inches deep and mix in 4 inches of organic matter, such as compost or leaf mold. Peonies thrive in well-draining, amended soil in an area that gets at least six hours of sunlight. If you live in an area with hot summers, though, some afternoon shade is also necessary.
* Water the peony with 1 inch of water one or two days before transplanting. Because transplanting is stressful for plants, it is essential they are well hydrated for the move, not water stressed.
* Remove the peony from its current location, digging around the root ball with a spade and getting as much of it as possible. Slide a tarp or piece of burlap under the root ball to keep it intact while you move it to its new location.
* Dig a hole that is two times as wide as the peony's root ball. The depth should be exactly the same as the root ball so it is planted just as deeply as it was before. Planted too deeply, the plant may not flower.
* Set the peony in the hole and backfill the soil around the sides. Tamp the soil with your hands lightly so you fill in the air pockets but do not compact the soil so hard that water is unable to flow through it.
* Water the peony with 1 inch of water and add 3 inches of mulch, such as bark or leaves, to conserve water during the first year after transplanting and to keep the roots cool during warm weather.
Can u plant in spring or just wait until fall to plant?
You can plant an actual peony plant in spring but for best results with tubers fall is best . I’ve never planted a peony tuber in spring but it may be worth a try if it’s early enough in spring . 🌸
I would love to plant these. They are my favorite flower. We live in San Diego, do you think it will be successful here?
What hardiness do you live in . Here is what I found online regarding best hardiness zones to plant in ...
"Sarah Bernhardt" peonies produce full, pink blossoms.
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"Sarah Bernhardt" peonies (Paeonia lactiflora "Sarah Bernhardt") are medium-sized flowering shrubs with large, light-pink blossoms. These perennial plants are grown from root divisions with three to four eyes, which are the nodes from which stems grow. Divisions with fewer than three eyes take much longer to flower than divisions with at least three eyes. Divisions should be purchased from a reputable nursery. "Sarah Bernhardt" peonies are hardy in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 3 to 8.
Source - homeguides.sfgate.com/plant-sarah-bernhardt-peonies-63814.html
Of you are not sure what zone you are in , here is a place you can plug in your zip code to find out
Hardiness zone finder
The USDA Hardiness Zone Map divides North America into 11 separate planting zones; each growing zone is 10°F warmer (or colder) in an average winter than the adjacent zone. If you see a hardiness zone in a gardening catalog or plant description, chances are it refers to this USDA map. To find your USDA Hardiness Zone, enter your zip code or use the map below. Click here for more information about hardiness maps.
Find your zone using the map below or enter your zip code.
What are Zone Maps?
Gardeners need a way to compare their garden climates with the climate where a plant is known to grow well. That's why climate zone maps were created. Zone maps are tools that show where various permanent landscape plants can adapt. If you want a shrub, perennial, or tree to survive and grow year after year, the plant must tolerate year-round conditions in your area, such as the lowest and highest temperatures and the amount and distribution of rainfall.
Source ⬇️
garden.org/nga/zipzone/
Thank you for checking in from Sam Diego 👋😊🌸
Hermosas peonias . Gracias por tu video.
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Help I’m from Michigan and the weather just started to slightly warm up here and get sunny. Do u think I can plant peonies now? Or wait for fall 😭
HI Celeste. You can definitely plant in early spring . Make sure you don't plant your peonies too deep or they may not bloom . 😊🌸
Thank you for checking in from Michigan . Go Blue !!!!!💃💃💃💃💃
@@KellyLehman may I buy peonies that are already grown and plant them in my soil? 👀
I do not have compost. Can I use bone meal instead
Hi, I live in Toronto(5b zone) and I am wondering if this is a good time to plant peonies right now( today is Oct 14th.) The first frost date is November 1st this year. Thank you.
Hey, if it helps I'm also from Toronto (North York), and I'm planting my peonies now. But it's my first time doing them. For the best advice, I'd go to the Toronto Master Gardeners website and ask a question. They typically have a quick turnaround!!
Do you only have to water them once after you plant them?
Great question ! Keep them moist when you newly plant them for a little while . Then feel the soil , if it’s dry water them. If it’s moist leave them be .
Peony and a Swissy. Does it get much better than that?
Haaa , Yep this is a pretty good combo indeed 🌸🌸🤗🤗
I want to plant u in my garden Mam...u r soooo gorgeous...flowers will accompany u automatically....heheh
Do you deal with deer problems?
Can I plant them in late winter? Because stores don’t start selling them till late season.
Great question Dillon . It depends what your growing zone is like . If you are free from the danger of frost , you can plant them . I plant a lot of these in early spring here in NJ when temps warm up and there is no more frost . 🌸
Why has my peony no flowers
So if I plant a bare-root peony, it will take 2-3 years of growth before it flowers?
I realized i planted mine wrong after watching this video about month ago. Planted with the brown side down, and the eyes popped up 2 inches above the dirt lol replanted them with the brown tubes to the side like this video, i seen roots starting to develop lol i planted them right this time lol
I’ve done that before with both peonies and tulips . One of my favorite lines when I make a blunder is ... well I won’t do thatttt again . 😃
Haha thanks 😊
can i plant them in a pot?
You sure can . Just make sue the pit has proper drainage holes on the bottom . Good luck 🌸🤗
LUCY'S GONNA NEED A BATH--LAYING IN THAT DIRT....
Yes indeed 🌸😊
Can I plant now in March?
SUper Peony question . Yes you can plant them now . make sure you do not plant your peony too deep of they will not flower . You may need to wait a year or two to see blooms . Sometimes they take a while to get established .
How Often should I water them after planting?
Thanks for the tips! I went to your Amazon tho to buy peony roots but so many bad reviews. :-( I'll have to look elsewhere.
Oh thats not good , I'll have to take a look to see if there are better vendors available . Thank you fo letting me know . You were smart to check the review . Try your local garden center to see if they have any left in stock . You can also try ducthbulbs.com . I like this company a. lot and they sell tubers .
How long does peony bare root takes to grow leaves and bloom after planting it??
It depends what time of year you plant it . It should start to grow leaves a few weeks after temps start to warm up .
Your dog is very cute
Thank you Chubby Cake. I'll tell Lucy you said so .🙂🌺
How about planting tree peony tubers?
Great video! Thanks for sharing! ❤️💙💛💚👍 32/S
Thanks for your comment Missy . I appreciate your support 🙂🌺
Hi, I enjoyed the video. I have a rare peony that we called asparagus peony. I don't know the real name. This what it looks like.
from Bedford Qc Canada
can I plant tubers in spring? the company i ordered from sent me the peony tubers this spring
I planted mine too deep. Can I dig them up and replant or do I need to start over with new bulbs?
I would try to remove some of the soil first . If you can do that with out disturbing the rest of the root system you may be good to go . If not , i would wait until fall when the plant is dormant and than dig her up and replant with no more than 2 inches of soil above the highest eye.
Hey there flower friend . I would give you tips on this if I knew how to do it 🤗. I don't know the answer to that one but i'll bet someone on our Kelly Lehman's Flower Tribe Facebook group does .
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What do you do about the ants that also love peonies?
The ants are part of a symbiotic relationship and don't hurt the plant.
I want to plant .How can I get this tree?
What specific type of peonies are these
Omg! I’ve been planting them completely wrong! I didn’t know you have to lay it down w eye sticking out.
I am from USA i love clematis
I draw peonys all the time ..
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I am from India. This flowers are not available in India. I want but. love your flowers..
Hey there Soma . Thanks so much for checking in from India 👋🌏 Happy to hear you like the flowers .
And India has such stunning exotic native flowers and plants I’d love to grow in Canada but can’t. I admire from afar. 🌺🌱❤️
So I’m guessing you can’t plant them in a pot?
Great peony question . Yes you can plant peonies in a pot 👏👏🌸😊.
. Here is some information I found for you online regarding growing peonies in a pot .
How to Grow a Peony in a Pot
Written by Michelle Miley; Updated November 27, 2018
Peonies (Paeoniaceae) are available in many varieties, some of which are herbaceous and some of which are deciduous and known as tree peonies. Both types grow large, colorful flowers that measure 10 to 12 inches across. Herbaceous peonies are smaller and grow to be about 4 feet tall, while tree peonies easily reach 6 feet in height. Peonies of either type can be grown in containers and do well in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 3 -9
Select early-blooming peony varieties in Mediterranean climates to enjoy the blooms for as long as possible. Some attractive early-blooming varieties include “Charlie’s White,” “Marietta Sisson,” “Xuan Li Duo Cai” and “Rosedale.” Choose a large, light-colored pot with several drainage holes on the bottom. Peonies have very large root systems, especially herbaceous varieties, and need much deeper pots than other container plants. Young nursery peonies should be planted in at least 1 1/2 feet of soil, and larger peonies need more. Older, larger peonies need containers that are at least 18 to 24 inches wide and deeper than they are Fill the container with a very-well-draining potting soil mix composed of 65 percent topsoil and 35 percent perlite. Peonies are very susceptible to root rot and should never be planted in standard potting soil, which does not provide adequate drainage. Place the container in an area where it is shaded but still receives about three to four hours of sunlight each day. An area of dappled shade is the perfect spot for potted peonies. Water peonies at least once a week. Peonies are drought-tolerant and usually require little water, but container plants need more water than those planted in the ground. Fertilize peonies in the very early spring when the leaves are starting to unfurl. Peonies should be fed with a low-nitrogen formula such as 5-10-10. Fertilize again when the plant has finished blooming for the season. Move the container to a sheltered location for the winter months where it does not freeze. Although container plants must be protected from deep freezes, they must experience cold winter temperatures in order to bloom the next spring. Plants grown in hardiness zones 8 should do well, but those grown in zones 9 and 10 may not bloom in the spring if the winter is too mild. Things You Will Need Large, light-colored pot Casters (optional) Topsoil Perlite 5-10-10 fertilizer Tip Place pots on casters before planting, as the large pots required by peonies get quite heavy and difficult to move when full. Peonies can be successfully grown in root bags.
Source ➡️ homeguides.sfgate.com/grow-peony-pot-41756.html
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