Backyard Bouquet

Late June and the yard is full of color ... everywhere! Thanks to my wife for this lovely arrangement. Thought for the Day: At my age flowers scare me.George Burns

Peony Shower

Peony Petals Peonies are early bloomers, generally around mid-May. They are popular flowers for decorating graves on Memorial Day. By early June the plants have lost their vigor. The stems are sagging from the heavy blooms, the petals are wilting and falling everywhere. What now? Leave it to an 8-year old. Toss them in the …