There are several ways to propagate peony:
- dividing the bush,
- root cuttings,
- renewal buds,
- stem cuttings,
- rooting growing shoots .
This method of peony propagation is considered the most common. The most optimal time For dividing the bush, August - September is considered. To properly divide a peony, you must first cut the stems almost at ground level. Then the plant is carefully dug up so as not to break or damage the roots. Excess soil is removed from the roots and rhizomes. The roots and eyes are very fragile during this period and break off easily. To make them less fragile, you need to leave the bush in the open air for several hours.
From a dug up bush, first remove all rotten and diseased roots, then thick old roots are cut by 10 - 20 centimeters at an angle of forty-five - fifty degrees from inside. From old peonies you can get one, two or more “sections” without any damage. The bush should be divided in half, and then the large parts should be divided into several small ones. Peony must be divided into possible more“delenok”, but so that each has at least three developed eyes. It is advisable to preserve the small roots that are located near the base of the eye. Each “section” must be of a certain size, usually with three to five buds and the same number of roots. Very small or very large, non-standard “divisions” give worse results. Such “delenki” bloom only after three to four years.
Propagation of peonies by root cuttings
When peony bushes are divided, what is usually left is large number roots without clearly visible buds, but they can be used for propagation by root cuttings. The roots are cut into pieces about ten centimeters long.
Then the cuttings are planted to a depth of 3-4 centimeters. Sand must be poured into the bottom of the planting hole and furrow. After one to two years or even three years, seedlings appear, which subsequently grow into beautiful plants.
Kidney renewal
This breeding is usually carried out from the beginning of August to the end of September. A renewal bud is separated from the dug bush with a small piece root The separated eyes are planted on ridges with light, nutritious and slightly moist soil. Immediately after planting, the soil is watered abundantly. It is not advisable to bury the buds. They should be one centimeter below the surface of the earth. In hot and dry weather, plants are regularly watered and shaded. After planting, it is advisable to mulch the beds with a thin layer of peat; for the winter, the peat layer is increased to 15-20 centimeters. After the spring snow melts, the peat is removed. Plant care consists of loosening, weeding, watering and fertilizing. A year later, the plants are replanted when they have 2-4 renewal buds and several young roots. This method of reproduction helps to increase the number planting material, since from a five-year-old bush you can get several times more buds than “cuts”.
Rooting growing shoots.
This method of reproduction is not considered the most difficult, but it requires some skill. In mid-July, approximately one third of all stems with renewal buds located at their base are separated from each bush . The stems of peonies are cut to ten to fifteen centimeters, and the leaves are cut to one third of a share; no more than two leaves are left on the stem. These stems are planted in greenhouses and greenhouses, where they are regularly sprayed and shaded. By the end of the growing season, small suction roots are formed. In autumn, small plants are carefully covered, and in spring they produce one or two shoots. By the time of landing constant time peonies have a fairly developed root system.
Reproduction of peonies by layering
Reproduction of peonies by layering has been known for a long time, but it is considered labor-intensive and is used mainly by amateur flower growers. In the spring, as soon as the buds begin to grow, a box without a bottom measuring 50 by 50 centimeters is placed on the bush, the height of the box is approximately 35 centimeters. As the shoots grow, the box is filled with a mixture consisting of soil, peat and humus. The mixture is poured in layers about 5 centimeters high, and each time watered with floral complex fertilizers. The soil in the boxes should be constantly moist. The bushes grow several days later, since they have to grow through a layer of soil 35 centimeters thick. At the end of August, the soil is carefully raked and the stems under the newly formed buds and roots are cut off. The separated stems are planted in a greenhouse and cared for in the same way as when propagated by stem cuttings. The stems can be separated in the spring, leaving them on the mother bush for the winter.
Stem cuttings
The best time to take cuttings is fifteen days before flowering begins. On a cool day, the stems along with the leaves are cut at a level of 3-5 centimeters from ground level. The cuttings are cut from 5 to 7 centimeters long with one leaf, which must be trimmed. The cuttings are treated with a solution of a root formation stimulator and planted in containers filled with light soil and sand. They are placed in greenhouses and shaded. Maintenance required for a month high humidity air. When rooting, you need to make sure that the cuttings do not dry out or rot. Rot can be treated with phytosporin. Rooting of cuttings occurs after forty-five to sixty days, and ninety days after cuttings, renewal buds begin to form. For the winter, the container with cuttings is covered warmly. In the spring, when shoots appear, the cuttings are planted with a lump of earth in a garden bed for growing. And in the fall, young plants are transferred to a permanent place.
Propagation of peonies by seeds
When propagated by seeds, peonies bloom after six to seven years, and the resulting plants do not resemble the mother plant. Peony seeds are collected as soon as the leaves begin to burst and they are planted immediately, since they are slightly immature.
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- Disembarkation time: mid-September - end of October (transplantation possible in April)
- Drop off location: good drainage is necessary, but it is strictly unacceptable to plant in a dry and marshy place. If there is a danger of groundwater leaking or stagnation of rainwater, it is necessary to further cover the roots with soil to a height of 30 cm.
- Disembarkation method: the diameter of the hole is 30 cm, the depth is 50 cm, you need to pour rotted manure on the bottom of the hole, then cover it with a 5 cm layer of earth, then place the peony root in the hole so that the first shoot is at the level of the ground surface, cover it with earth and then hill up 10 cm.
- Fertilizer: To stimulate bud production, fertilizer must be applied twice: in the second half of April - early May (use rotted manure or bone meal). Then 3 more times during the growing season.
Disembarkation time
The ideal and most favorable time for planting peonies is autumn (you can plant from August to November, while the earth is being dug). Peonies at this time are in a state of complete dormancy and do not vegetate, so you can plant peonies with both an open bare root (OBS) and a closed root system (CRS). Tree peonies with an open root system (OCS) take root well when planted early spring(from March to early May, depending on weather conditions), but it is advisable to do this as early as possible, since peonies develop rapidly in the spring.
IN lately the use of new technologies in cultivation makes it possible to plant and grow tree peonies in containers until they are ready to flower - the so-called “container transfer” method. Container “transshipment”, i.e. planting peonies with a closed root system (ZKS), is possible at any time. Such peonies quickly take root and take root, and then begin to grow, because their root system is not damaged during handling and the plants are not injured. Flowering of peonies “transferred” from containers occurs very quickly and is possible already in the year of planting or the next, and sometimes replanting coincides with the time of their flowering in containers (depending on the timing of transshipment).
Planting site and soil
Good drainage is necessary (do not plant in a dry place). Peonies do not like clay soil and excess moisture. Peonies require well-drained soils; they do not do well in acidic peaty soils. Wetlands where plants suffer from root rot, and areas that are blown during cold periods are not suitable for planting. It is advisable to plant the bushes so that at noon they are straight sun rays didn't hit them.
Landing method
You need to dig a bigger hole and fill it with good, breathable soil. Tree peonies feel good both in the sun and in the shade, but it should be remembered that in a sunny place the color intensity of the flowers will be stronger, but they will fade faster. In the shade, peonies bloom later, but also bloom longer. Japanese flower growers even specifically shade peonies to prolong their flowering.
Disembarkation method
Prepare a hole approximately 50 cm deep and 30 cm in diameter, make good drainage. Pour rotted manure into the bottom of the hole and a layer of soil on top. Place the peony roots so that the first shoot (grafting line) is at soil level, cover with soil and hill up to about 10-15 cm. This is done so that as many roots of the tree peony grow as possible. If you plant a peony deeply, this will negatively affect its further growth; if it is planted high, roots and shoots will not grow. Therefore, it is recommended not to bury it when planting. root collar, but leave it at soil surface level.
Fertilizer
To stimulate bud production, fertilizer must be applied twice: in the second half of April - early May (use rotted manure or bone meal). Then 2-3 more times during the growing season.
Caring for plants throughout the year
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Peonies – perennials, can grow in one place and bloom profusely for 25-30 years. There have been isolated cases of flowering at the age of 50 and even 90 years. In this regard, great attention should be paid to site selection and soil preparation.
Peonies are light-loving plants, grow well in open, wind-protected places where there is no stagnant water. Under trees and near buildings they bloom poorly or not at all, stretch out, and form tall stems. They prefer fertile soil rich in nutrients with a neutral or slightly alkaline reaction. Powerful bushes develop on heavy loamy soils. On light sandy ones they age faster, are more often affected by nematodes, and produce less bright flowers.
Soil preparation and planting depend on the planting. Plantations intended for producing cut flowers are usually operated for 8-12 years, sometimes longer, so the soil for planting is thoroughly prepared for 1.5-2 years. First, the planting is raised. In the first year, the plantations are sown legumes, on the second (no later than June) they are plowed in and the soil is cultivated several times before planting.
Planting peonies in middle lane Russia is held in late August and early September. You can plant before frost sets in. Even the latest autumn planting much better than spring, since with rising temperatures in spring the buds awaken, and the underdeveloped root system is not able to provide rapid growth aboveground part nutrients and moisture, as a result of which the bushes weaken and are stunted in growth. The difference in the development of bushes in autumn and spring planting affects over several years.
It must be taken into account that the powerful development of the root system of peonies occurs during deep tillage of the soil. In flower arrangements, where plants grow in one place for 8-10 years or more, planting is carried out in holes measuring 60x60 cm. In such bushes, the root system develops to the depth of the treated soil, which ensures the development of a powerful bush with abundant flowering. Pre-dug holes are filled one quarter with humus with the addition of 100-150 g of superphosphate and potassium salt to each hole. This rate must be reduced in the previously fertilized area, and in areas where no fertilizer was applied, it must be increased.
Then the holes are covered with earth in such a way that after watering and settling of the soil, the eyes are at a depth of 5 cm from the surface. Shallow and deep planting negatively affects the formation of all shoots, especially flowering ones. The distance between plants is 1×1 m or 1.20×1.20 m. Before planting, the cuttings are dipped in a clay mash with copper sulfate (50 g CuSO4 per 10 liters of water).
To grow pure-quality planting material, planting is carried out strictly according to varieties, and the plots are labeled. Where plantations are intended for complex use and are mainly designed to produce high-quality planting material, peonies are grown in one place for four to five years. In this regard, the agricultural technology used corresponds to the chosen goals (planting is denser, in furrows).
Caring for peony plantings
Caring for young and flowering plantings is the same: regular cultivation, watering, disease and pest control. Cultivation begins in early spring and is carried out during the growing season as weeds appear, crust forms after rain, after flowering, in the fall. In plants of the first or second year of planting for better development buds must be removed from the root system. Weeds in peony plantings must be destroyed regularly and very carefully.
Watering peonies
During the growing season, peonies consume a large amount of water, despite this, they tolerate drought well. Watering is carried out 3-4 times during the growing season, timing the timing to individual phases of development. It is especially necessary after flowering, when renewal buds are formed. Surface watering not effective (the root system of peonies is deep). The water consumption rate is about 10-15 liters per bush.
Feeding peonies
Compared to others ornamental crops peonies characterized by high consumption intensity nutrients, especially nitrogen and potassium. This is due to the fact that peonies have relatively short term a huge underground and above-ground mass is formed, growing perennial roots, they accumulate reserve nutrients. However, nutrient requirements depend on plant age, developmental stage and biological feature varieties.
Fertilizing is carried out taking into account the basic filling of the soil with fertilizers before planting and the presence of available nutrients in it. Fertilizers are usually not used on young plantings with well-prepared soil. At the beginning of growth, nitrogen fertilizers are used, in the budding and flowering phase - nitrogen-phosphorus-potassium fertilizers, and after flowering - phosphorus-potassium fertilizers. Fertilizing should be combined with watering and loosening.
Since phosphorus and potassium are less mobile in the soil, it is more advisable to apply these fertilizers in the fall for deep cultivation. It is better to apply nitrogen fertilizers in spring in two periods: in early spring - before regrowth and during the period of intensive growth - before flowering. A full single dose is not advisable because high level nitrogen nutrition causes strong growth of bushes, leads to the formation of many vegetative shoots and a decrease in the number of flowering shoots. In addition, plants are more susceptible to fungal diseases. For feeding you can also use organic fertilizers(ash, diluted mullein, chicken droppings, etc.).
In late autumn, before frost, the stems along with the leaves are cut or mowed at soil level in such a way as not to damage the renewal buds, they are taken out of the field and burned. This important event necessary, since frost-resistant fungal spores and pests are destroyed on the above-ground parts.
To get uniform flowering and larger flowers, remove the side buds that have reached the size of a pea. In floral design, as well as non-double peonies the side buds are not removed, thus achieving long flowering bush and the entire planting as a whole.
During the rain and wind, under the weight of flowers peony bushes terry varieties often lodge. To avoid this, in areas intended for landscaping, special wire or wooden supports, painted green for camouflage, are installed before flowering begins.
The beauty of blooming peonies is so mesmerizing that it is literally impossible to tear yourself away from it. Variety in color and shape: you can find snow-white semi-double or burgundy anemone-shaped buds, as well as pink double and scarlet rose-shaped ones. They always try to set aside for peonies best place in the garden. Let's figure out how picky the peony is and what care it needs.
When to replant peonies in open ground
As mentioned earlier, the optimal time for planting peonies is autumn, or more precisely the month of September. Preparations for planting in the ground should begin in August, but the transplant itself is postponed until the second half of September.
Let's look at why:
- By this time, the buds are completely formed.
- The upper part of the bush stops growing. Enters a sleep state.
- Small roots are still forming. Minimal risk of damaging the plant's root system.
- Hot weather is not expected, which is welcome when transplanting.
- September is the time of rain, which increases the possibility of rooting when peony is planted.
Choosing a place to grow peonies in open ground
For good growth and rooting, the peony needs to be created certain conditions- choose right place how to replant. There are some recommendations from experienced gardeners:
- The area should be well lit; the plant loves the sun.
- The flower is afraid of drafts and wind. Planting should be done next to trees or shrubs, providing enough space for the root system of the flower.
- It is not recommended to plant peonies near the house - this is detrimental to it. The plant does not tolerate overheating well, and heat constantly emanates from the walls of the house. The peony should be two meters from the house.
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Choosing soil for growing peonies in open ground
The composition of the soil is very important for peony. There are some professional tips that will help in choosing soil:
- Loamy soil is preferable for peony.
- Heavy, clayey soil is lightened with sand, peat and humus. In such soil the plant will feel great.
- Humus and clay are added to sandy soil.
- Peaty soils are destructive for peony, but if you add ash, sand and organic matter to them, they are suitable for growing the flower.
Technology for planting peonies in open ground
Due to the fact that the peony bush will grow in one place for several years and grow, you should plan 1-2 m2 of planting area for each plant. Planting pits dig with a depth of 50-60 cm and a diameter of 70-80 cm. 
Drainage made of large expanded clay, crushed stone or broken brick is poured into the bottom of the hole.
Then a mound is poured from a mixture of excavated soil mixed with rotted manure or compost (5-6 kg), wood ash (0,5 liter jar) And potassium-phosphorus fertilizers(for example, 100 g of potassium sulfate and double superphosphate).
The seedling is lowered into the hole, the roots are straightened, pointing them down, and covered with the remaining soil. In this case, the growth point is buried by 3-5 cm. With deeper planting, the plant will be weak, prone to frequent diseases, flowering will be sparse or absent altogether.
In order not to make a mistake with the depth, it is convenient to use a landing board or stick. It is placed across the hole and measured desired value length.
After planting, the plants are watered, using 10 liters of water for each. At the same time, the soil settles, so the hole is filled with earth and mulched with peat or straw.
Feeding peonies in open ground
In the first year after planting, young peonies, which are easy to plant and care for, require virtually no fertilizing. During this period, the roots actively develop, but poorly absorb mineral fertilizers. It is recommended to produce only foliar feeding complex fertilizers Kemira or Baikal-M.
In the spring, during the active growth of leaves (April and May), the plants are sprayed with a solution of Agricola, according to the instructions for use. In mid-June, apply Ideal fertilizer (2 tbsp per bucket of water).
Starting from the second year of life, plants are fed systematically. In May, as soon as the leaves begin to bloom, humus or compost is added to the soil around the bush. I use it as a root dressing. nitrogen fertilizers, for example, urea diluted in water at the rate of 1 tbsp. l. for 10 l.
During the formation of flower stalks, liquid organic matter (preferably mullein) is added with the addition of 1 tbsp. l. nitrophoska onto a bucket of working solution. Additionally, leaves and buds are sprayed with the drug Bud, and in tree trunk circles add 1-2 cups of ash.
After flowering - in early August, the plants are watered with a solution of superphosphate and potassium sulfate, 1 tbsp. l. each for a bucket of water. 
Diseases and pests of peonies in open ground
Of all the existing diseases, peonies most often suffer from gray rot - botrytis. This disease manifests itself in mid-May with rotting of the stems, although botrytis can affect both buds and leaves - parts of the plant become covered with gray mold. Excess nitrogen, crowded flowerbeds and rainy weather contribute to the appearance of gray rot. Diseased areas should be cut off and burned away from all plants. As a preventive measure, spraying with a solution is used copper sulfate(50 g per 10 liters of water) or garlic water(10 g crushed garlic per 1 liter of water). You need to spray both the plant and the soil around the bush.
Peonies sometimes become infected powdery mildew- a fungal disease that affects the leaves of peonies and covers them with a white coating. Powdery mildew should be combated by spraying the bush soap solution(200 g laundry soap, 20 g of copper sulfate per 10 liters of water).
Watering peonies in open ground
Watering is carried out in moderate doses. In addition, peonies react painfully to proximity groundwater. They prefer loose, permeable and nutritious soil. At a time when peonies are blooming and in hot, dry weather, the amount of watering is increased.
Please note that in hot weather it is necessary to water the flower only at the root, avoiding moisture getting on the leaves.
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Weeding peonies in open ground
Weeding is one of the the most important conditions healthy growth peony Timely removal of weeds has a positive effect on the development and appearance plants. Carefully cultivate the soil around the peony, just do not cut down the flower itself.
Caring for peonies during flowering
As a rule, peonies begin to bloom at the age of three. As soon as the buds reach the size of a pea, the plants are pinched - plucked out side shoots, leaving one central one on each stem. To stimulate lush flowering.
Most varieties form large inflorescences; bushes often cannot withstand their weight and lie down, especially during the rainy season. To support plants, metal or plastic supports are installed. Faded flower stalks are cut off at a level of 15 cm from the ground. 
Transplantation and propagation of peonies in open ground
They say that when favorable conditions Peonies can live up to a hundred years. However, this does not mean that the plant sticks to one place. Once every 5-6 years, peonies are transplanted to a new location. Don't be afraid that you will have to plant a flower all over the site. After a few years, you can return the plant to its original location.
Of the two options when you can replant peonies, in spring or autumn, choose the one that is more convenient for you. The main thing to remember is that autumn transplant a lush, handsome man experiences it easier and simpler than spring.
Important! A flower transplanted in the spring gets sick for a long time and does not bloom, but one that moves to a new place in the fall gets time to adapt and begins rapid growth with the first spring drop. 
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Propagation of peonies by seeds
WITH vegetative propagation You are already familiar with the method of dividing the bush. Peonies also reproduce in other ways, for example, by seed. But it should be remembered that peony seeds do not always retain varietal qualities, therefore, as a rule, only breeders use them. And plants grown from seeds bloom only in the fourth or fifth year. But if you want to try to withdraw new variety, then sow freshly harvested seeds in August directly into loose soil, and next spring they will sprout.
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Propagation of peonies by root cuttings
This is the most reliable way propagation of peonies. A small piece of rhizome with a dormant bud is separated from the bush in July, planted, and by September it has already taken root. True, this method is not suitable for those who are in a hurry: such shoots develop slowly and will be able to bloom for the first time in five years.