Fresh Focus Peonies

摘要

The soaringpopularity of peonies is getting a boost from the newest producer: Alaska.It's no secret that peonies have exploded in popularity over the past decade and more, especially for weddings. Ifs also no surprise. The classic peony palette of white, pink, blush, and deep red is of course perfect for weddings. With long, sturdy stemsand large, frilly blooms, peonies combine dramatic impact from a distance with a soft, romantic look.It wasn't long ago, however, that peonies could be difficult to obtain unless the wedding happened to fall within a rather narrow window of availability. At any given peony farm, the harvest season lasts no longer than a few weeks at most. Within the mainland United States, it begins in the South, in Marchor April, and moves northward, fizzling out in June or at the latest early July.