plural peonies
1
: any of a genus (Paeonia of the family Paeoniaceae) of chiefly Eurasian plants with large often double flowers
2
: the flower of a peony
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The fruity-floral features notes of passion fruit, peony, and vanilla orchid.
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Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 14 June 2026
Plant peonies in partial sun and stake them early to prevent flopping and extend bloom quality.
—Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 12 June 2026
Surrounding the bride and groom was a riot of flowers including peonies and hyacinths from the historic Di Peri floricultural company in Villabate.
—Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 7 June 2026
After your peonies lose their petals, trim the seed pods.
—Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 4 June 2026
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Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 14 June 2026
Plant peonies in partial sun and stake them early to prevent flopping and extend bloom quality.
—Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 12 June 2026
Surrounding the bride and groom was a riot of flowers including peonies and hyacinths from the historic Di Peri floricultural company in Villabate.
—Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 7 June 2026
After your peonies lose their petals, trim the seed pods.
—Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 4 June 2026
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peony
noun
pe·o·ny
ˈpē-ə-nē 
plural peonies
: any of a genus of plants that are widely grown for their large red, pink, or white flowers
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