Every duel is settled field by field against the same open table that powers Best & Compare: vase life, hardiness, upkeep, deer and cats. Where neither flower answers the question, the duel names a third that does.
Twelve duels, verdict by verdict
Each card carries the count. Open one for the lines behind it, and for the third flower named when neither answers the question.
Peonies vs Ranunculus
Ranunculus wins 2 lines to 1
which one earns the wedding budget?
Tulips vs Daffodils (Narcissus)
Daffodils (Narcissus) lead 2 lines to 1, without taking every count
which one actually comes back every spring?
Peonies vs Carnation
Even split, 2 lines each: it depends on the job
the dream against the working horse
Roses vs Peonies
Roses win 4 lines to 2
the two queens, honestly compared
Dahlia vs Zinnias
Zinnias win 5 lines to 1
tubers or a packet of seeds?
Hydrangea macrophylla vs Lilacs
Lilacs win 3 lines to 0
which shrub earns the corner spot?
Roses vs Gardenia
Roses win 4 lines to 1
the scent duel
Lavender vs Russian Sage
Russian Sage wins 2 lines to 1
the purple haze mix-up
Anthurium vs Calla Lily
Even split, 2 lines each: it depends on the job
the sculpture contest
Marigolds vs Zinnias
Marigolds win 2 lines to 1
the beginner's first packet
Ranunculus vs Roses
Even split, 3 lines each: it depends on the job
the budget bride's question
Hellebore vs Anemone
Hellebore wins 2 lines to 0
two shade-lovers, one bed