Dear Master Gardener : My peony has become too shaded and is not blooming well. I need to move it. When is the best time to move my peony, and while I’m at it, can I divide it?

Answer : Peonies do not like to be disturbed; however, sometimes it is necessary to move them to a better location. Peonies can be divided and moved in September. Dig up and lift the peony clump and divide it into sections with a sharp knife or shovel making sure to have at least three eyes per division. Keep in mind that the smaller the division, the longer it will take your peony to bloom again. Cover the peony roots so the pink buds (eyes) are pointing up and are approximately 1 1/2 to 2 inches below the soil line. If they are planted too deep, your peony will never bloom. Plant them in full sun, in well-drain

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