Tuesday, May 19, 2009

Tree Peony Watch: Day 1

There it is, the first bit of color in the bud of the Tree Peony.  It won't be long now.  I can hardly wait, especially after last year's disappointment of no blooms.

15 comments:

Leslie said...

Oh boy..and we get to play along at home!

Annie in Austin said...

How cool! It's been 10 years, MMD, but just seeing your tree peony bud made me feel all gooey. Awww.

Annie at the Transplantable Rose

Victoria said...

So beautiful at every stage, aren't they? They're really tricky too - congratulations.

Frances said...

Oooh, we'll be watching along with you! It looks promising.
Frances

Sue said...

Lovely anticipation photo!

patsybell said...

Great way to create anticipation.
Now we are all waiting

Shady Gardener said...

Yea!! Keep us informed. :-)

Tyra in Vaxholm said...

I just love those buds and yours is gorgeous. Thank you for the idea now I just have to hop out of the pajamas and grab the camera.

Have a great day/ Tyra

Iowa Victory Gardener said...

Hi MMD,
A tree peony! We just got our new one in two weeks ago and it is growing nicely so far. How long have you had yours and about how long does it take for them to bloom? We're new to having one so anything you can pass on will be useful.... What variety do you have? We got one called 'Rimpoh,' a very simple deep red bloom with a yellow center.

beckie said...

Now you're teasing us. :) With all the warm weather coming this week, it shouldn't be long!

Monica the Garden Faerie said...

What's that saying? A watched peony tree never blooms? HA! Looking forward to seeing the color!

Randy Emmitt said...

It must be exciting for you waiting for the first bloom. My GF waited 10 years for her 10 cent night blooming cerious to bloom her daughter bought it at a yard sale.

Gail said...

MMD, I am thrilled that you saved it from the cold temps! Can't wait to see the bloom! gail

Diana said...

You've enticed us all with that photo. They are amazing and I am in awe that you have one in your garden. No peonies at all of us down here in the heat. Can't wait to see it open up.

rambleonrose said...

Can't wait to see it!