The arrival of the peony season is always causing celebration among horticulturists.
It’s impossible to resist the charm of these soft, pink flowers. It was only sometimes the case, though. Peonies were long dismissed as only decorative houseplants. They were viewed as a little dated. Nonetheless, by 2016, peonies had a massive renaissance in popularity, with sales increasing by 70%, making them the most popular summer flower in the US.
What is it about burgundy peonies that have made them so popular suddenly? Some of their beautiful traits are listed below.
Social Media Sensation
Peonies have gained cult status among horticulturalists partly because of their prominence on online discussion forums. Peonies’ popularity on social media platforms like Instagram and Pinterest skyrocketed over a few years. The latter now has 4.4 million photos labeled with the hashtag #peony, while the former has 3.3 million images marked with the hashtag #peonies.
It’s not hard to see why; peonies have enormous, ruffled petals that are a joy to photograph, not to mention their other appealing qualities, such as their captivating textures and gorgeous hues. With a potential diameter of up to 10 inches, peonies command attention in any arrangement, whether they are the only or secondary flowers.
Short Season
Burgundy peonies typically bloom for a few short weeks between April and June in the spring. Because of this, peony season has become its celebration in the floral industry, and the flowers themselves have become even more desirable.
Because of their limited availability, peonies have a higher value than year-round favorites like roses and carnations.
Popular Birthday and Wedding Flowers
The peak wedding season also coincides with the peony’s short growing season. Because of this, they are frequently used in wedding bouquets and as decorations in table centerpieces and other flower arrangements. They come in various colors, from bold coral to pastel pink to neutral white and sunny yellow, so that they may complement any color scheme.
Peonies, with their traditional meanings of romance, elegance, honor, prosperity, and abundance, are the ideal floral emblem for wishing for a prosperous and happy marriage. These beautiful blooms are given as gifts to commemorate the twelfth year of marriage.
Elegant Fragrance
Peonies are lovely for more than just their appearance; they also have a wonderful aroma. Slightly sweeter than a rose scent, with hints of jasmine and gillyflower.
Red peonies often have very little fragrance, but pink and white double peonies have a delightfully strong fragrance. The burgundy peony, our favorite, has a sweet scent that is great for perking up the house.
Looking for anything to satisfy your burgundy peonies craving? Before they are no longer available, browse the Stemmz selection of burgundy peonies to discover the ideal arrangement.
