Flowers That Look Like Balls
- Peonies are one of several flowers that blossom in a ball shape.Peony image by Konstantin Stepanov from Fotolia.com
Flowers that bloom in a ball shape are attractive and work well in bouquets and home decor, and are especially popular in wedding bouquets, tablescapes and centerpieces. They also draw attention indoors when cut with long stems and placed in tall vases. Three popular varieties are peonies, hydrangeas and craspedias. - Peonies are popular perennials that bloom in various colors, from vibrant magenta to pure white. When the buds first begin to open, they appear as tiny balls. The buds attract ants, which crawl over the flowers and encourage them to fully open. When peonies open, they retain their ball shape, blossoming into beautiful flowers with ragged-edged petals. Peonies peak in June, and grow best when frequently watered.
- A pink hydrangea varietyhydrangea image by L. Shat from Fotolia.com
When in bloom, hydrangea flowers cluster in a dense formation, creating a large, rounded ball shape approximately six inches in diameter. These balls are made up of dozens of tiny individual blossoms. Hydrangeas come in an array of colors, including pink, blue, lavender, pale green and white. They flower during the summer months and work well in outdoor gardens when planted out of direct sunlight. The flowers will wilt quickly if they receive too much sun and insufficient water. - This native wildflower of New Zealand and Australia has become a popular perennial in gardens all over the U.S. since it was introduced in 1988. This bright yellow flower contains densely packed blossoms in a compact ball shape atop a long, rugged stem. Their appearance earned them the nickname "drumstick." They bloom from June to August, and are known to be quite hardy and require little maintenance. When cut, craspedias are known to be long-lasting if placed in water.
