The ephemeral peony is a perennial plant, which it has beautiful flowers that allow to obtain a pleasant classic beauty and an exquisite aroma in any type of garden for several years.
There are several varieties of this plant, which have the capacity to survive around five decades, and it is mainly due to the fact that they do not require much care.
Features
It is a shrub that has green leaves, which sprout both whole and divided; Its flowers are usually not only simple, but also double and rose-shaped. They can be found in different colors, although white and pink tend to stand out for being the best known.
Its flowers are characterized by being very aromatic And although the development of the plant is usually slow, once its flowering begins after winter, the peonies begin to beautify any type of landscape.
Care
In fact, Ephemeral Peonies are characterized by being very strong, so its care is almost minimal and it is quite simple, and is that these plants are capable of perfectly withstanding the strong winters. Also, once they are in a garden, they will have the ability to continue to bloom through spring for several years.
Peonies require semi-shade, which is why it is essential to make sure that the place where they are located allows them to be protected from the sun's rays to which they could be exposed at noon.
This is able to withstand the temperature in a moderate way, so that it is possible to cultivate it both in the Nordic regions, as in areas that are difficult. However, when talking about preferences, it should be mentioned that Peonies like the temperate climate to a greater extent.
These require a moist and properly drained soil, and having the ability to grow in different soils, easy to grow in clay soils, although in that case it would be necessary to water it more frequently because it does not support drought.
Normally it does not require constant watering, so it is enough to do it twice a week, however and when it is exposed directly to the sun, the irrigation will have to be greater but without exceedingas otherwise it could be harmful. In addition, it is necessary to make sure not to wet its foliage and although the soil has to remain moist, it is necessary to avoid puddles.
Act quickly. apply an organic compost both in winter and fall, while in spring you should use a mineral fertilizer that is soluble. It must be paid during its growth period, that is, from spring to autumn, especially when it begins to flower.
You only have to prune old branches after flowering and before the leaves fall with the arrival of autumn. What's more, it is essential to eliminate dead parts. In case of cutting the flowers, it will be necessary to do it when the bud begins to open, and leave at least three leaves on each stem.
Farming
The place where the peonies will be grown must be carefully selected, since after planting them it is not convenient to disturb them, because do not usually withstand transplants. It is best to grow them in a space where they can receive around six to eight hours of sun throughout their growing period.
In case you want to grow it in pots, it is best to use containers with a depth of at least 60 cm, since the larger the space, the better its roots will grow. Likewise, it is necessary to take into account that when sowing them, the peonies have to be cultivated deeply (without completely covering the bulb) and within an organic soil.
Pests
Among the fungi that most frequently attack Ephemeral Peonies is the Botrytis, although it is equally possible that they are attacked by mealybugs, in which case the best way to combat this pest will be to clean the plant as soon as possible, using a cotton pad previously moistened with alcohol.