Should I cut back peonies in the fall? I'm in zone 5.

http://homeguides.sfgate.com/prune-peonies-43148.html

I haven't had peonies for years, but when I did I never did a thing to them. Here is a video for how to care for them. They probably do better with a little attention! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UVRYHOlXOnM

Yes, I too live in zone 5 and cut mine right to the ground....

Yes

Good Afternoon Sandra Witkowski :)

Below are links that tell you when and how to cut back peopnies so you will continue to enjoy the blossoms for years to come :) Thanks for using HOMETALK for answers :) Good Luck!

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/peony/peony-pruning.htm

http://homeguides.sfgate.com/cut-down-peonies-41333.html

https://www.almanac.com/plant/peonies

https://www.almanac.com/blog/gardening/garden-journal/how-grow-peonies-peony-care-tips?trk_msg=IU4E6JG2A8L438AI5N7AQAJFHK&trk_contact=NKFJHP70TTD95CSF21NO2CVI70&trk_sid=7E998P084C7LMTNTQTS00PD7US&utm_source=Listrak&utm_medium=Email&utm_term=How+to+Grow+Peonies%3a+Peony+Care+Tips+(read+more)&utm_campaign=Companion+Daily

I cut mine back when they are through blooming in the spring.

Cut down to the ground.