How Not to Kill a Peony : Stephanie J. Weber : 9780692975237 : 0692975233 : 13 May 2018 : This no-nonsense narrative cheerfully demystifies every aspect of the peony and its unusual life cycle, succinctly navigating the obstacles to success. Get a jump on the spring season by learning how to dig, divide and plant peony roots. Explore how to choose peonies for landscaping, cut flowers or both, and check out recommended varieties. Read up on how to cut fresh flowers, and how to cold-store buds for up to 7 weeks. How Not to Kill a Peony" follows the author from clueless peony-obsessed beginner to seasoned peony farm owner determined to help educate others. This is not your grandmother's coffee table book ... it's a delightfully pithy owner's manual portable enough to schlep right out to the garden for quick reference. "How Not ..." is densely packed with vital instructions, useful wisdom and insights, and hundreds of true-to-life color photos sure to spark your own obsession with the magi