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My friend Lily grows literally thousands of Coral Charm peonies. Every May a peony harvest takes place at her farm. The peonies are cut in tight bud stage, leaves are removed, bundled in bunches of five, and stored in a walk-in cooler. When the cutting is complete the buds are all taken to a wholesaler who sells them. It's not unusual to have cuttings of over 7,000 stems! This generally takes about two weeks to complete. Lily and her husband recently sold the business to her son and his family but she still helps with the cutting.
I have always wanted Coral Charm and Lily wanted a specific color daylily I had. So last fall we made a trade. I'm so happy I have this peony - the color is breathtaking. It's an American Peony Society Gold Medal Winner. Lily assures me this one won't flop over when it rains. And, their phenol content makes them unappetizing to insects, rabbits, and even deer. Music to my ears!
Peonies are one of the longest-lived perennials; a single plant can last for generations.
(Photos courtesy of Lily)
I have always wanted Coral Charm and Lily wanted a specific color daylily I had. So last fall we made a trade. I'm so happy I have this peony - the color is breathtaking. It's an American Peony Society Gold Medal Winner. Lily assures me this one won't flop over when it rains. And, their phenol content makes them unappetizing to insects, rabbits, and even deer. Music to my ears!
Peonies are one of the longest-lived perennials; a single plant can last for generations.
(Photos courtesy of Lily)
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