How do you know when it is time to cut back peonies??

Mary
by Mary
  4 answers
  • Amanda Amanda on Oct 19, 2018

    Hi Mary. I cut mine down in fall to ground level.

  • Tuula - Color Me Thrifty Tuula - Color Me Thrifty on Oct 19, 2018

    I cut mine down once they start looking ratty or early fall, whichever comes first.

  • Patricia Patricia on Oct 20, 2018

    down to the ground, in the fall - usually late October (Western New York area). I also mulch with shredded leaves.

  • Gk Gk on Oct 20, 2018

    It would depend on where you live. I live in Minnesota. I just this week cut mine down to ground level. Deep frost and snow are not far away. I am not sure what you do if you live in a warmer climate.