The tubers have to have eyes or they will not grow. When you do plant tubers do not bury them very deep . . . no more than 2 inches of soil on top. Otherwise the plants will not grow properly or flower. Once established peonies are long-lived plants with magnificent flowers. If you see ants on the buds that is a good sign. They are protecting the buds from other insects who would damage them. Let them do their thing!

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I thought that was right but wanted to be sure. There is no sense in wasting time and resources.