This is the time of year I tour the gardens with stakes in my hand because so many flowers need support. I appreciate any that do not need help staying vertical.

Single Peonies can support themselves. I also love how their big petals flap in the breeze.

This white form is named ‘Krinkled White.’ Its blooms blush as they open.

It also has bright yellow, curly stamen to brighten the center of its face.

I do not have a name for this single pink. It looks lovely from any angle.

Every garden should have some peonies. They are a delight!

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This is an easy peony. No staking needed.

Its bud is pink. The petals blush as they open.

The pollen looks like a golden crown in the middle of the stark white krinkled petals.

Any easy-care plant is always appreciated.

Flower

I love all my peonies, but some are more demanding than others.

This one, Krinkled White, asks nothing from me.

I have two. One gets morning sun the other evening sun.

They have both burst into bloom. No feeding, watering or staking.

The buds blush as they open.

The krinkled petals bounce in the breeze.

I feel pure love for this perfect peony.

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