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About Gina Samarotto. asla, apld
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I am a former National Garden Accredited Judge of Design and Horticulture and ran a design business for many years. I am a certified Master Gardener, American Society of Landscape Architects and Association of Professional Landscape Designers accredited and have worked for more than ten years as a professional designer. My work has appeared in Better Homes and Gardens Magazine as well as other publications. I am the recipient of more than two dozen design awards. I will happily accept floral, horticultural, interior design and garden design questions.

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ALSA, APLD, NYS Certified Master Gardener, NGC Retired Judge

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Topic: Floral Arrangements

Expert: Gina Samarotto. asla, apld
Date: 6/11/2008
Subject: cut peony flowers

Question
Please can you tell me the best way to get peony blooms to open quickly.

Answer
You see ants on peonies for a reason.. they eat the nectar that seals the bud shut! Other than importing ants...what you can do is dip the buds into a warm bath, cut the stem on an angle and place the flower up to it's neck in warm warm overnight. This should quicken the process. Good luck!

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