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PEONY SEASON

It is believed that the peony is named after Paeon, the physician to the Greek gods. In one legend, Paeon used peony root to heal Pluto. His superior, Aesculapius, the god of medicine, became so jealous of Paeon’s talents that he tried to kill him. To save the good doctor, Pluto transformed him into a peony to be admired forever.

In medieval times, the roots and seeds of peonies were believed to cure more than 20 health conditions, including epilepsy. Putting the seeds

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