Thursday, May 17, 2012

Playing With Peonies

Hey everyone! I think it would be fun to have a yellow peony plant but they can be kinda expensive. Since I have white in the garden I thought I'd make yellow... and why not orange and red while I was at it:@)
My little science experiment: In the morning I cut partially opened buds (about 1/4-1/3 open), cut the stem on the diagonal and placed them in water with a lot of food coloring, 20+ drops. 
It was warm out so they completely opened up by the time I got home from work.

And we all know any good science experiment requires a test tube...
I'd like to thank my friend T for this post, not only did she gift me the peony tubers years ago, 
she also gave me the cool vase! Thanks T:@)

PS-In case you're lucky enough to have peonies for Memorial Day-red, white and blue would be fun too.
Have a happy day!

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34 comments:

  1. Nancy's NotesMay 17, 2012 at 7:21 AM

    Those are just beautiful and how clever of you to create such wonderful colors!

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  2. Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️May 17, 2012 at 7:30 AM

    Gorgeous colors!!!

    Dee

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  3. OliveMay 17, 2012 at 7:39 AM

    Clever Lynn. They are gorgeous.

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  4. UnknownMay 17, 2012 at 7:42 AM

    Really beautiful! I love it!

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  5. Yvonne @ StoneGableMay 17, 2012 at 7:48 AM

    What a fun idea! I never knew this about peonies! They really look delicate and lovely in all colors!
    Thanks, Lynn!

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  6. Sherri B.May 17, 2012 at 8:03 AM

    Now that is really cool!!!!! You are one smart lady, those are the prettiest peonies I have ever seen. xo

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  7. CathyMay 17, 2012 at 8:43 AM

    Wow, spectacular colors! Your little experiment produced some gorgeous peonies. They are one of my favorite flowers. Thanks for sharing.

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  8. TexWisGirlMay 17, 2012 at 9:28 AM

    you're too smart!

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  9. AnonymousMay 17, 2012 at 9:59 AM

    Neato! Any color your little heart desires. :-)

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  10. sweet violetsMay 17, 2012 at 10:22 AM

    That is sooooo cool!!!

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  11. Donna@Conghaile CottageMay 17, 2012 at 10:37 AM

    "LOVE IT"!!! I have a yellow peony tree(HIGH NOON) on TOP of my PLANT WISH LIST! One day I hope to have it "BUT" this is SO MUCH FUN!!! Thank you for the idea!
    Have a fun week,
    Hugs,
    Donna

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  12. Linda @ A La CarteMay 17, 2012 at 11:07 AM

    I love how those look and that cute vase is perfect for it!

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  13. Barbara F.May 17, 2012 at 11:17 AM

    What a great idea! I am sure florists must know this trick. Cute vase. xo

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  14. AnonymousMay 17, 2012 at 11:23 AM

    I have seen flowers dyed this way, but since I enjoy peonies, I never thought about dying them at all. However, I love the soft colors of your experiment. You "made" some very lovely flowers Lynn.

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  15. AnnMay 17, 2012 at 2:07 PM

    Oh those colors are beautiful. The softenss is gorgeous. I've also heard of using kool-aid for dying-that might work too if they are dipped.
    Ann

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  16. From the KitchenMay 17, 2012 at 5:29 PM

    At first I thought you had one of those lovely (and expensive) yellow hydrangeas in your garden. What a great idea. They look completely natural and very beautiful.

    Best,
    Bonnie

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  17. SavoringTime in the KitchenMay 17, 2012 at 8:05 PM

    What a great idea~ I have lots of white peonies in my garden and would love to try this experiment. They should start blooming any time in the next couple of weeks!

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  18. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenMay 18, 2012 at 8:03 PM

    What a beautiful experiment...I love how colorful they turned out. I miss peonies! I remember them from PA and Ohio, but don't see them here in Texas. :(

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  19. Chatty CroneMay 18, 2012 at 9:21 PM

    Those are just Heavenly to me. sandie

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  20. charlotte's menagerieMay 19, 2012 at 1:28 AM

    Just beautiful.

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  21. AlediaMay 20, 2012 at 12:28 AM

    Absolutely beautiful!!

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  22. CherylMay 20, 2012 at 7:30 AM

    That is remarkable. Your experiment really paid off in dividends of beautiful colors.

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  23. KmcblackburnMay 20, 2012 at 10:05 AM

    Wow...looks like a successful experiment to m e!

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  24. AnonymousMay 20, 2012 at 11:08 AM

    What a cool idea--these are beautiful! I'm good at making *brown* flowers of all types, but it's not from colored water. Visiting from Your Sunday Best...Happy Sunday to you!

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  25. Judy BiggerstaffMay 20, 2012 at 3:36 PM

    Beautiful colors you have created with your white peonies and test tubes.

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  26. AnonymousMay 20, 2012 at 3:44 PM

    Neat idea!
    Red white and blue would be pretty.
    Pat

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  27. NancyMay 20, 2012 at 4:57 PM

    Fantastic post. What a great DIY for Memorial Day!
    Thanks so much for sharing at YSB this week! xoxo

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  28. JeanneMay 20, 2012 at 7:38 PM

    These are just beautiful, and the photos so great I could nearly smell the peonies

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  29. The TablescaperMay 20, 2012 at 8:56 PM

    I have never heard of yellow peonies. I LOVE the pinks. Thanks for being a part of Seasonal Sundays.

    - The Tablescaper

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  30. BarbaraMay 21, 2012 at 5:17 PM

    You are SO smart! I remember doing this with carnations when I was a kid in school but would never have thought of doing it with peonies. I so wish I could grow peonies here. They are heavenly and I pine for them. I was actually checking at Trader Joe's today. No luck. :(

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  31. Rosemary AubutMay 21, 2012 at 6:18 PM

    So lovely, beautiful shots!

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  32. BethMay 23, 2012 at 10:46 AM

    They look awesome! As I began reading, I thought you were going to tell us you photoshopped the pictures - what you did is even better!
    xo Beth

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  33. Joanne March 29, 2020 at 10:25 AM

    Those are lovely! I have done this with other flowers but never thought to try it with peonies.

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  34. Dee | GrammysGrid.comMarch 30, 2020 at 6:58 AM

    So pretty! Reminds me of a similar science project my granddaughter did. Thanks so much for linking up with me at #AThemedLinkup 14 for Spring Crafts and Decor, open March 29 to April 10. All entries shared on social media if share buttons installed.

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