The beauty of everyday life - photographs, thoughts and ideas from Anne Reeves.
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Ladies in Waiting
What's so amazing about this picture? It was taken on July 17th! My peonies bloom in early June, so how do I have a fresh bouquet 6 weeks later? I have found a florist's trick that really works. When peony buds are about the size of a ping pong ball and showing color, cut them from the plant leaving a 6-8 inch stem. Dip the cut end in hot wax to seal. Wrap bud & stem in damp paper toweling and seal in a plastic bag in the refrigerator for up to two months. When you are ready for a spectacular bouquet, simply recut the stems to remove the wax and place the buds in room temperature water. Your "ladies in waiting" should open within a day or two. Love it!
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Amazing!
Anne, these are stunning! I especially love the bicolored one that is front and center. What is its name?
Thanks! I am tickled that this "science project" worked. The magenta/cream peony in the center is called "Gay Paree." So pretty...
Hi Anne,,, what lovely peonies! Thats a fantastic tip. Unfortunately here in the desert southwest peonie never show their beautiful faces. LOL But I love to look at your photos. We do have alot of luck with roses though. Have a great day... Gail
Wow. That must be a florist's trick. I suppose the same method would work with some other flowers too.
Anyway, they look beautiful, Anne.
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