peony plant

[starrs]

my mum would like a peony plant, when is the best time of year to buy and plant one, thanks for any help

[jake-the-peg]

Peonies are lovely but they can be the most awfull sulks especially about being moved. So be prepared for a year or two after planting before they put on a good show.

They're best messed around with when they're not active

Have a look here

http://www.peonysociety.org.uk/index.php?module=pagemaster&PAGE_user_op=view_page&PAGE_id=8&MMN_position=10:5

[logman]

I agree with jake, I shifted one once and it took three years until it reappeared and settled down.

As with most perenials autumn and early spring is a good time to plant, before they start to wake up..