Pink Peony

One of the oldest domesticated plants know to man with written records dating back to 4000 BC, the peony continues to be splendid as ever.  The Peony was named for the Greek physician Paeon, who first used the plants for medicinal purposes.  The Peony is a long lived perennial that blesses us each Spring/Summer with a array of blooms ranging from large lush double blooms to exquisitely delicate singles.  There are many varieties with different colors of blooms ranging from white to  a deep cherry red,  Many also emit a fantastic fragrance that will fill the summer air.  The personality of the blooms change throughout the day, starting off reserved in the cool hours of the morning to later unfolding with a burst of full bloom and beauty as the the day warms. Continue reading →