Peonies are susceptible to powdery mildew, which is a white fungus that grows during warm humid conditions. this leaf fungus is only cosmetic and it will not kill your plant. It is best to plant your peonies in an area that gets a good breeze. It’s also a good idea after you deadhead the spent blooms to remove 30% of the leaves and stems from the center of the plant so there’s lots of good airflow all the way through. After pruning, you can preventatively spray oil or a fungicide. You need to co

Leaves can tell you so much about the health of your plant. When the fungus begins to take over one of your plants, a layer of mildew made up of many spores forms across the top of the leaves. Here is how I am combatting powdery mildew this summer! | Frankie Flowers