Posh Peonies
The Power of the Peony ©2015 Cynthia Damico Throughout history, the peony has captivated gardeners and artists alike. The Chinese and Japanese cultures have revered the lush blossoms for centuries, and it is prominently figured in many of their art mediums - ceramics, painting, and ikebana, the traditional Japanese floral design. In fact, peony and pine is the traditional way to begin the new year: from orchidsandikebana.blogspot.com Why is this flower so popular? Why do brides love it so? I think the reasons are many, but first and foremost is the flower shape and style - it’s full and lush, both delicate in its tissuey petals and ripe in its rotund beauty. This is not a flower for the faint of heart, it’s big and full and in your face. It’s also almost always scented as well, a clean fresh flowery scent that is rarely cloying or crass. Peonies are widely regarded as a ‘special’ flower, one that isn’t available the year round ...