Few possess the beauty of a tree peony – the gloriously colored blooms that blossom – and create a stunning display – every early summer. It's easy to understand why so many gardeners can't resist their beauty – including, most famously, Martha Stewart – the lifestyle magnate – who recently shared her tree peonies with the world. And aesthetics aside, her post comes with an important lesson.
'Some of the many tree peonies in bloom in my garden right now. They are truly beautiful flowers with lovely characteristics. Remember, never prune a tree peony plant!'
