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From: Judy Tithof City: Chesaning, MI
We have a tree peony that is approximately 10 years old. It is 4 foot high and about 4 ft. across. Last spring it had 157 blooms. We built a new patio and would like to relocate half of our peony. Is this possible? If so, how do we go about splitting it?
	Extension Message From: Richard Hentschel Extension Educator, Horticulture DuPage/Kane/Kendall Unit hentsche@illinois.edu
Tree Peonies can be split by digging up the entire plant, rinsing off the roots and dividing it using a sharp knife or pruners, being sure to leave adequate roots on each of the divisions. Cut the canopy back to lession the transplant shock. Dig the hole and generously amend the backfill material with organic matter and water well at transplant time and monitor for water needs during the the weeks following the transplanting. Sincerely, Richard
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