Slate. Slate is a metamorphic rock. Metamorphic rocks are formed when sedimentary or igneous rocks are exposed to conditions of very high pressure or temperature, or are exposed to large amounts of very hot water. Slate is formed when fine-grained sedimentary rock (shale) is buried and exposed to high pressure deep beneath the Earth's surface.
The peony is a flowering plant in the genus Paeonia, the only genus in the family Paeoniaceae. They are native to Asia, Southern Europe and Western North America.Boundaries between species are not clear and estimates of the number of species range from 25 to 40.erbaceous and Itoh peonies are propagated by root division, and sometimes by seed. Tree peonies can be propagated by grafting, division, seed, and from cuttings, although root grafting is most common commercially. Herbaceous peonies such as Paeonia lactiflora, will die back to ground level each autumn.
Peonies are said to represent beauty and female fertility as well. This is because of the fact that it blooms during or even directly after spring. Another symbolic meaning of the peony flower is peace but only when the flower is in full bloom.hape: When itâs not fully bloomed itâs cup-shaped. Fact: The peony flower when fully bloomed can get as big as ten inches wide and can become bigger than a sunflower. Poisonous: Yes all parts of the peony plant can be poisonous especially when taken in excess.