Peony time — dividing that is. Peonies are one of the rare exceptions that are best divided in mid-late fall. I have had success with spring dividing with even when there was some new top growth. If ...

If you’ve ever noticed your garden looking a little tired or your favorite plants not blooming as much as they used to, dividing perennials in spring could be the answer. Giving certain plants a fresh ...

You are able to gift 5 more articles this month. Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Learn more. Peonies grow along the fence line in columnist Tom Atwell’s garden. Now is a ...

There's confusion about whether or not you should divide peonies. Most times, peonies can just stay put; they don't spread out like other perennials do. It's important to know that dividing peonies ...

Do you know why the flower went to the dentist? It needed a root canal. Flowers don’t need dentists, of course, but humans do come in handy for other flower tasks. For example, most perennials thrive ...

The end of Nebraska State Fair and Labor Day signal the first days of autumn will be here before we know it. If your peonies have seen better days, there are several tasks you can be doing now to ...

Peonies may have a short blooming season but their large and colorful flowers are a perennial favorite of gardeners around the world. They are plants that can live happily in the same spot for years ...

Hello Mid-Ohio Valley Farmers and Gardeners. Here on the farm, it is always around Memorial Day that my grandmothers’ peonies are blooming. Peonies bear 3-6 inch diameter, fragrant flowers around this ...

This past weekend I got a question from one of my friends at church. My friend asked me what we can do with the extra plants you get after you divide black-eyed-Susan and purple cone flowers. Off the ...

Whether you maintain a home garden, botanical garden, community garden, or any other garden, dividing perennials can be a great way to keep plants healthy and augment the size of your garden.

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Q • What are the best steps to take now to promote good blooms on my young peonies? I've had trouble in the past with getting any ...