Hi everyone,

I was given an amazing deal at our local garden center of 10 potted peonies for $1 each. I couldn't believe it! So now, I have 10 beautiful plants on my back deck. Do you guys think I should wait until fall to plant them in the ground? I have heard it doesn't matter, but I'm almost scared to plant them right now because I have a few I planted last month that aren't looking great. I can't help but wonder if that was from planting them at an improper time.

Thank you

Hi twenty_someone,

I am sure in Alaska it does not matter. I regularly re-plant my peonies after blooming and plant potted ones any time in summer if it is not hot and dry. I have never seen potted peonies for $1 on a sale, the nursery had a good reason for that probably. I would plant them right away so they have more time to grow tine feeding roots before winter. August is not a hot month in Alaska and the soil is always cool, they will start establishing right after planting. Good luck!

Congratulations on that deal, wow! Won't even try to offer advice, you just got the best for your area from Anya, but welcome to the group!