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Mulch Peony in Container?
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Posted by ILuvClematis Ottawa, Ont (My Page) on Sun, Apr 24, 05 at 22:38
| Hi there. I've just planted a small tree peony in a relatively permanent container (whiskey barrel). Does anyone know if I should use mulch? And if so what kind? I've heard that Peonies hate mulch, is that true? |
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RE: Mulch Peony in Container?
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| I don't generally mulch mine, at least here where I am - and that includes during winter too. I have a new little tree peony this year to go along with an herbaceous one that is going on its 3rd year here. I've found the soil mix that I used (Promix) doesn't dry out too quickly. |
RE: Mulch Peony in Container?
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| The main thing is that the top roots ('eyes') of the peony cannot be deeper than 5 cm under the soil. So if you plant it more shallowly in your container, you can add some mulch. If planted deeper, Peonies won't flower (for some reason that I don't know). Make sure you protect it over the winter though. Tree peonies are only hardy to zone 4, and I think Ottawa is zone 5. |
RE: Mulch Peony in Container?
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| I should've also asked whether it matters what kind of mulch I use? Is cedar mulch okay? I have room in our garage to bring it in over the winter. Thanks for the tip! |
RE: Mulch Peony in Container?
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| Since you plan on bringing it inside out of the weather, it probably doesn't matter what kind of mulch. You may not even need mulch at all in a garage. |
RE: Mulch Peony in Container?
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| I love cedar mulch! Smells great, looks great, and can be mixed into the soil as it decomposes. Also helps retain water in the container, which is good for really hot and windy days and if you go on vacation. All mulch does that though, so you could pick something else if you wanted to. |
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