"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." [table-of-contents] stripped Lush, fragrant peonies are one of the most breathtaking perennial flowers, ...

CORVALLIS – Along with hydrangeas, sweet peas and roses, peonies pack a wallop of nostalgia, bringing to mind romantic gardens of old. It’s no wonder their popularity continues to grow. Joyce Heinke ...

Find out when to plant peonies as bare-root starts, then use these tips to get your plants off to a strong start. You may be in harvest mode in autumn, but don’t forget there’s still planting to do ...

One in an occasional series of guides on growing popular plants. Other guides include lenten rose, redbud, azalea, elephant ear, coleus, lantana, coneflower, savory calamint and rudbeckia. The peony ...

Fall is the best time to plant peonies so they'll be ready to bloom in spring. Plant bare-root peonies 2–4 weeks before frost for earlier blooms the next spring. Fall-planted peonies quickly grow ...

A common problem for gardeners is a peony or bearded iris that doesn’t bloom. Almost always, the reason is incorrect planting. Unlike many perennials, peony and iris have specific planting ...

Growing up in Minnesota, I was always entranced by the peonies my mom grew. Their ruffled elegance and fragile-looking petals held a scent that took my breath away. I would stand next to a bloom and ...

Fall will soon be upon us, and with its arrival comes the best opportunity for planting spring bloomers. One of my favorite spring flowers is the peony, a stunning perennial that will take your breath ...