I learned, from years as a gardener, that selecting Peony buds that have just lost their outer cover and displaying thier petal colors, is the perfect time to cut them for indoor display. They will soon open to display their full beauty; and I would not miss one moment of their bloom period. Copyright 2019 Pamela BreitbergI felt a little sad knowing this person would be graced with Peony lovlyness for only a short time. Their petals were soon to fall. Copyright 2019 Pamela BreitbergWhile most are compelled by the brilliant open beauty of the Peony flowers my sights were set on the still closed buds. Copyright 2019 Pamela BreitbergGorgeous in appearance and aroma, these Peonies I walked past in pursuit of unexciting buds. Copyright 2019 Pamela BreitbergThose five Peony buds have burst open this morning. Copyright 2019 Pamela BreitbergThis morning those closed Peony buds have exploded in aroma and layers of beauty. Copyright 2019 Pamela Breitberg
