Flower for IDing—pink petals and white . . . things!

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  1. Maedin Tureaud

    Maedin Tureaud Active Member

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    Hi guys, I took this photo in the gardens of Forde Abbey, Somerset, UK. I hope someone can help me ID it! Thanks, :)
     

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    chimera Well-Known Member 10 Years

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    Peony, maybe 'Gay Paree'.
     
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    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Paeonia lactiflora 'Bowl of Beauty'. The white 'things' are modified stamens, in the wild-type plant they produce pollen but this cultivar is male-sterile.
     
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    Oh, thank you, thank you! That is perfect, and I appreciate the extra information, too, :-D
     
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