The Master Gardeners of St. Tammany, with support from the LSU AgCenter, will host their 2023 Fall Seminar and Plant Boutique on Sept. 29 in Mandeville.
Gemma & Andrew Ingalls, courtesy of Rizzoli
With more than 2.8 million posts with the hashtag #peonies, it s safe to say the flower is a perennial favorite among floral enthusiasts. Known for its large blooms and symbolizing good fortune and a happy marriage, the peony is one of the most popular choices for cutting gardens and spring wedding bouquets alike. But sourcing them from flower markets can be difficult and expensive, thanks to their short blooming period (typically in late spring and for only a few weeks).
We turned to our friend, potter, and gardener extraordinaire Christopher Spitzmiller for tips on how to grow and care for peonies at home. Although his first foray into the design world was via his spectacular home decor collection of ceramic lamps, tableware, accessories, and mirrors, Spitzmiller has continued to dazzle and delight by chronicling the design and evolution of his country home, Clove Brook Farm, on Instagram, where he has nearly 65,000 followers.