White Peony Centerpieces

Color

• White peonies represent purity and innocence, so the centerpieces are ideal for decorating a table or dresser in a baby's room. Peonies in white are also appropriate for centerpieces at a wedding reception, as the white represents the purity of the couple's love and their new beginning as husband and wife.

Significance

• A centerpiece of peonies can carry special significance for a number of occasions. It is the flower of the 12th anniversary, so the centerpiece can be given to a couple who has been married twelve years, especially if white peonies were also displayed at their wedding. The flower also denotes prosperity and good fortune, so the centerpiece will make a wonderful gift for someone who has just gotten a new job or started a family, and can be displayed in the family room of a home.

Considerations

• If you grow the peonies in your own garden, you can make the presentation especially customized by placing the peonies in a round basket before giving them as a centerpiece; a basket made of dark wood will make the white blooms stand out even more. White peony centerpieces can also be displayed in clear vases; a white satin ribbon tied around the vase creates a nice touch for a baby blessing, and a pink or blue ribbon is fitting for a baby shower.