Water Chinese peonies consistently, especially during their first year, ensuring the soil remains evenly moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering in late summer and fall as the plant enters dormancy.

In hot, dry periods, more frequent watering may be necessary to maintain soil moisture.

Prune Chinese peonies in late fall or early winter after the foliage has died back. Cut stems back to about 15-20 cm above the ground.

Remove any diseased or damaged stems throughout the growing season to maintain plant health and improve air circulation.

Chinese peonies are best propagated by division in early fall. Carefully dig up mature clumps and divide them into sections, ensuring each division has at least three healthy buds and some roots.

Replant divisions promptly into well-prepared soil.

Repotting is generally not required for mature Chinese peonies as they prefer to be left undisturbed. If a division becomes overgrown or needs repositioning, it is best done in fall.

Ensure new planting sites are prepared with compost and have good drainage.