These peonies are about 15years old and never pruned. They are quite leggy and overgrown and I do not know where to start. They are healthy, loads of flowers this spring. I am afraid I will kill them if I just start cutting. Thanks

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Start at the base of the tree and remove the branches up to 3'.  Then simply trim back every other branch to the look of a closly cropped tree (or bush),  do not remove all the new green buds as this will kill the tree.  By the way, it is always a good idea, to thoroughly water the plant prior to trimming the branches, as this will lessen the shock process. -Birdy

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