How to Make Your Peony Blossoms Last for Up to a Month!
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Extend peony blossom season with this simple trick to make peonies last longer. You’ll be able to enjoy your peonies blossoms for up to a month... I don’t think I know a single person who doesn’t go crazy over the beauty of peony blossoms. We’re just at the beginning of the herbaceous peony season now, so I thought I’d share this little trick to make peonies last longer and help everyone get the most out of their blooms and be able to enjoy them for as long as possible! Even if you’re nearing the end of your peony season where you are now, definitely save this one for next year!
Start out by watching your peonies closely when it’s almost time for them to bloom. You want to wait for them to get to the “soft marshmallow” stage and then it will be time to pounce!
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When you think you’ve reached the perfect marshmallowy softness, wait until the next morning to cut your peonies, when the day is still cool-ish.
You want to leave at least 2 leaves on your stems when you cut them so the flowers can continue to grow and store food later on.
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Shake any little bugs off of the buds and place them right away into a ziplock bag. Leave the bottom of the stems dry, just put them straight in the bag and close it up.
When you’re ready to display your peonies, re-cut the stems and place them in water at room temperature. Give them about 24 hours to bloom, so if you need them for a special occasion, take them out of the fridge and start the blooming process the day before.
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