Low-Maintenance, High-Beauty_ The Lazy Gardening Guide to Cut Flowers

Low-Maintenance, High-Beauty: The Lazy Gardening Guide to Cut Flowers

You don’t need a perfect patch to grow something lovely. This post shares time-saving gardening tips for cut flowers — including low-effort systems, plant choices, and mindset shifts that bring more beauty with less work. Perfect for beginners, busy lives, or anyone craving a garden that feels joyful, not overwhelming.

Peonies are beloved for their beauty, scent and nostalgic charm — but with a short bloom window and years to establish, are they really worth the space in your garden? After 14 years of growing them, here’s my honest take on their magic, their limitations, and whether they belong in your cutting patch or simply in a spot you can visit each day.
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Are Peonies Worth Growing? Honest Advice for Home Gardeners

Peonies are beloved for their beauty, scent and nostalgic charm — but with a short bloom window and years to establish, are they really worth the space in your garden? After 14 years of growing them, here’s my honest take on their magic, their limitations, and whether they belong in your cutting patch or simply in a spot you can visit each day.