Why Peonies Don't Bloom: 5 Gross Mistakes Gardeners Make

20.02.2023 18:24

Large and delicate peony buds are a real decoration for the garden, but not all summer residents can achieve excellent flowering.

There are several main reasons why peonies are a sad sight.

The key reasons should be sought in the place where the flowers grow. It is the site that plays the main role.

Why don't peonies bloom?

1. Flowers are demanding of the soil in which they grow. Peonies like loamy and loose soil. Air permeability plays an important role in the development of plants. There will be no gorgeous flowering on clayey and heavy soil.

2. Acidic soil is harmful to peonies. The maximum value for the plant is 5.5 pH, but it is better to provide no less than 6.5.

Peonies
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3. For peonies, you need to select a well-lit area. Several hours of shade during the day will not help ensure abundant flowering.

4. Lowlands are not suitable for peonies. Stagnant water after a heavy rain or excessive watering will kill the plants.

5. Some summer residents, trying to fit everything into a small area, plant peonies near trees. According to experienced gardeners, this is not the most rational solution. The trees will take all the water and nutrients.

Dmitry Bobrovich Author: Dmitry Bobrovich Internet resource editor