Picking, grading and packing for export is in full swing at Prebbleton Peonies near Christchurch. The flower farm has 23,000 plants and 22 varieties and the large fragrant blooms are flown daily ...

The first step in successfully growing peonies in planters is choosing the right container. Peonies have deep root systems, so you'll need a planter that is at least 18 inches deep and equally wide.

An oil painting portrays a younger man. His face is turned three quarters while his eyes look straight ahead. His black hair is brushed back, and his beard is short. He wears a black blazer jacket, ...