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This is why the Serbian flower should be in every garden: 3 things to do in spring for peonies to bloom until late summer
The peony is considered the Serbian flower and a symbol of courage, sacrifice, and suffering
TL;DR
- The peony is culturally considered the 'Serbian flower,' linked to the Kosovo Battle and symbolizing sacrifice, bravery, and suffering.
- It takes at least three years for a peony to reach its full beauty.
- Spring care involves watering near the base, avoiding leaves to prevent powdery mildew.
- Fertilizing is debated; some avoid it unless there are flowering issues, while others fertilize twice yearly (spring and after blooming).
- Professor advice suggests fertilizing when shoots are 30 cm high.
- Mulching is necessary to retain moisture, regulate soil temperature, reduce erosion, and control weeds.
- Peonies need winter cold exposure for future blooms, so heavy mulching might need to be thinned in fall.