Transplanting Peonies in Missouri: Timing and Aftercare

Best Time: Late Summer to Early Fall

Move peonies in late August through September. Spring moves risk losing a year of blooms. Peonies resent disturbance and may take 2–3 years to flower again after transplanting.

How to Transplant

1. Dig deeply to get the entire root system.
2. Replant immediately at the same depth (eyes 1–2 inches below soil).
3. Water thoroughly; mulch to conserve moisture.
4. Do not let roots dry out during the move.

If You Must Move Now (Spring)

Expect no blooms this year. Keep well-watered and mulched. Next year’s bloom may still be reduced.