Can peony be divided in spring?

1. Can the plants be divided in spring?

No, because the root system of the plant has not yet fully developed and is still in a very tender stage. Because division requires the plant to be taken out of the soil, and some tools are required to take it out, which will harm the plant, so it is not recommended. Even if the division is successful, it will not be easy to bloom after maintenance, and the plant growth will not be good.

2. The best time to divide the plants

It is recommended to do it in autumn. After dividing and planting at this time, it will bloom in April or May of the following spring. Because the plant nutrition is sufficient at this time, the success rate of division will be higher.

3. How to divide the plant

1. First, you need to separate several plants from the mother plant, preferably with some aerial roots and leaves. It is better to then clean the roots with water, and then you can plant them after the roots are blown dry.

2. Choose a more nutritious soil, and then put it in layer by layer. If you are worried that there is not enough nutrients, you can add some fertilizer at the bottom. After the soil is filled, you can soak it with water, but it is best not to cause waterlogging. Then plant the treated plants.

3. The depth should be about two or three centimeters, not too deep or too shallow, and that’s all you need for maintenance.