Peony Care
ALEXANDER WOOLLCOTT  (Saunders, 1941) 26" tall, 36" wide, semi-double, early to mid, no staking $50 (landscape)

Unquestionably our favorite 'RED'! No fading on this fire engine. Truly a must have as an accent in your garden showcase. Breathtaking in bloom!

ATHENA  (Saunders, 1955) 34” tall, 38” wide, single, very early, no staking $25 (fragrant, cut, landscape)

We think ‘Athena’ unfurls like curls of wedding cake frosting: she’s that elegant, stately, and breathtaking. Foliage is a crisp dark green.

AVA NIDA  (Unknown) 34” tall, 48” wide, single, mid to late, no staking $30 (cut, landscape)

From the heritage of ‘Rivida’ comes this blooming beauty. Foliage is strong and long lasting after her show. Enjoy this unusual eye-catching display.

BESS BOCKSTOCE  (Bockstoce, 1955) 32" tall, 40" wide, double, early, no staking $30 (fragrant, cut, landscape)

The peony-lover’s peony! ‘Bess’ is so pretty in pink, and she blushes delicately in such ruffled abundance. Gorgeous, full, and lush in cut arrangements.

BUCKEYE BELLE  (Mains, 1956) 28” tall, 40” wide, semi-double, early-mid, no staking $20 (cut, landscape)

From a new bride’s perspective, I’m her favorite peony cut flower colors. Extended vase life. Stands tall in her garden after the honeymoon!

BUTTERFLY’S IN FLIGHT  (Kornder) 24” tall, 44” wide, single, mid to late, no staking $25 (landscape)

New to the garden. You may think this peony can fly once its blooms flutter atop very stout stems and the breeze or wind provides the momentum.

CANDY STRIPE  (Anderson, 1981) 44” tall, 58” wide, double, late, no staking $30 (cut, landscape)

Yes, I’m available this year! I’m a very easy peony to grow and if you buy me I will provide you with years of enjoyment in your gardens and vases.

CARNATION BOUQUET  (Seidl, 1996) 30” tall, 44” wide, double, mid, no staking $35 (fragrant, cut, landscape)

Plump, pink blooms scent the air with spicy notes and hold their intense color well. ‘Carnation’s’ foliage is impeccably tidy and lovely all season.

CENTURY SNOWDRIFT  (Kornder) 34” tall, 48” wide, single, late $25 (landscape)

A newer variety that glistens snow-white colors later in the bloom season. Fills the plant with white, almost like a drift in the snow.

CHINOOK  (Marx/Rogers, 1981) 36” tall, 48” wide, double, late, no staking $20 (fragrant, cut, landscape)

Though the winds may blow, this Chinook stands strong both inside a vase and in the elements. An amazing cut flower.

CHOCOLATE SOLDIER  (Auten, 1936) 28” tall, 32” wide, Japanese, mid, no staking $50 (cut, landscape)

Limited quantities! This darkest-of-the-reds is prized for its velvety chocolate blooms. Showy yellow anthers create a grand contrast.

CHRISTMAS VELVET  Anderson, 1992) 30” tall, 42” wide, bomb double, mid, no staking $50 (fragrant, cut, landscape)

Excitement builds as Christmas arrives early in your garden. A much sought after bomb double for stem strength and an amazing bloom!

CORAL SUNSET  (Wissing/Klehm, 1981) 32” tall, 42” wide, semi-double, early, no staking $25 (fragrant, cut, landscape)

Our favorite coral begins as coral, evolves to yellow, and finishes as creamy ivory: a sunset in reverse! Foliage is tidy and mounded.

CORAL SUPREME  (Wissing/Klehm 1981) 36” tall, 42” wide, semi-double, early, no staking $25 (cut, landscape)

Highly sought for its cut flower blooms and straight stems. Stands up tall through many a storm. Has a tinge of ivory white towards the end of the bloom season.

CYTHEREA  (Saunders, 1953) 24” tall, 32” wide, semi-double, early, no staking $25 (fragrant, cut, landscape)

A rich lipsticky pink that enlivens garden borders with its vivid hue. Plant in a location that receives afternoon shade for even more intense color.

DIANA PARKS  (Bockstoce, 1942) 40” tall, 52” wide, bomb double, early $30 (fragrant, cut, landscape)

Fragrant in arrangements and in the garden, and what color! ‘Diana’s’ brilliant red doesn’t fade, and its bright green foliage makes this a stunner.

ETCHED SALMON  (Cousins/Klehm, 1981) 36” tall, 42” wide, double, mid, no staking $30 (fragrant, cut, landscape)

When baby pink grows up, it becomes elegant salmon shades of coral. Enjoy outside and inside; extended vase life abounds.

FIBER OPTIC  (Kornder) 30” tall, 40” wide, Japanese, mid, no staking $50 (landscape)

New to the garden. One of his most sought after peonies are now available on a limited basis. Amazing bloom color display!

GOLDILOCKS  (Gilbertson, 1975) 28” tall, 38” wide, bomb double, early to mid, no staking $60 (cut)

Yes, there are yellow peonies! This pretty blonde is a full-bodied bomb double with a ruffled yellow skirt and a great sense of style.

INDEPENDENCE DAY  (Kornder) 32” tall, 42” wide, Japanese, mid to late, no staking $35 (landscape)

New to the garden. Nice foliage and clean white blooms add a touch of class to your garden.

JOKER  (Landis/Rogers, 2004) 28” tall, 36” wide, double, early to mid, no staking, $35 (cut, landscape)

‘Joker’ provides an excellent source of outdoor entertainment. So much so that tears appear after his venue sells out in the spring.

LAURA MAGNUSON  (Saunders, 1941) 32” tall, 40” wide, semi-double, late, no staking $20 (cut, landscape)

She takes a little care, but what a result! Plant ‘Laura’ in a very dry location and she’ll reward you with a showy, bright red hue.

NEON  (Nicholls, 1941) 34” tall, 42” wide, Japanese, mid-late, no staking $35 (fragrant, cut, landscape)

What a show-off! Hot pink petals with staminode edges are sprinkled with gold dust. This is our favorite Japanese bloom variety.

OLD FAITHFUL  (Glasscock/Falk, 1964) 36” tall, 48” wide, double, mid-late, no staking $45 (cut, landscape)

Full, arrogant blooms with delightfully contrasting center are a presence to be reckoned with. Be patient; it takes a few years to establish.

PETITE ELEGANCE  (Klehm, 1995) 24” tall, 30” wide, double, mid, no staking $25 (fragrant, cut, landscape)

This tidy plant makes a charming low hedge all season, and blooms are unabashedly romantic, in the garden or in a vase indoors.

PINK HAWAIIAN CORAL  (Klehm, 1981) 34” tall, 40” wide, semi-double, early, no staking $25 (fragrant, cut, landscape)

A rare and richly hued true Hawaiian coral shade, finally available for the garden. Blooms are set in a foliage of deep, rich green.

RASPBERRY CHARM  (Wissing, 1968) 32” tall, 40” wide, semi-double, early, no staking $25 (cut, landscape)

A sassy, tart red of brilliant, intense color, arriving early in the season. Perfect for gardeners impatient for spring!

RED CHARM  (Glasscock, 1944) 34” tall, 40” wide, bomb double, early $20 (fragrant, cut)

The standard of all peonies has continued to offer show quality blooms as well as one of the top cut flowers in commerce. My heavy blooms do need support.

RED GRACE  (Glasscock/Klehm, 1980) 34” tall, 40” wide, bomb double, early $20 (fragrant, cut)

An impressive, tightly woven bomb that holds its head high on robust stems, and retains its concentrated color nicely.

RIVIDA  (Harrell, 1985) 32” tall, 38” wide, single, mid, no staking $20 (cut, landscape)

An intensely violet-red beauty, she’s got a secret. In the fall, seed pods redden and are spectacular in dried arrangements.

ROSE PEARL  (Bigger, 1963) 34” high, 48” wide, double, mid $35 (fragrant, cut)

Wait no longer! The queen of fragrance is here! One bloom is all it takes for a sweet, rose scent that endures for generations.

SALMON DREAM  (Reath, 1979) 28” tall, 36” wide, single to semi-double, early, no staking $35 (fragrant, cut, landscape)

This refined, graceful bloom is a peony lover’s peony. Utterly feminine, it has a most delicate coral shade and a slight sheen to its petals.

SUGAR N’ SPICE  (Rogers, 1988) 26” tall, 38” wide, single, early, no staking $30 (fragrant, cut, landscape)

WOW! Enormous blooms up to 10 inches! Very fragrant! No staking! Excellent foliage! Truly is a garden must-have.

THE FAWN  (Wright) 34” tall, 40” wide, double, mid-late, no staking $20 (cut, landscape)

‘Fawn’ takes its time opening, and its extended bloom sequence is delightful to watch unfold. Soft pink blooms, touched with deeper rose tones.

WHITE GRACE  (Klehm, 2000) 30” tall, 40” wide, semi-double, mid $25 (fragrant, cut)

Stunning undertones of colors overwhelms the purest white ending to this masterpiece in your garden and vase.

WHITE INNOCENCE  (Saunders, 1947) 50” tall, 48” wide, single, mid $30

Must have support to truly realize the height of this Saunders variety. Petite, pure white bloom does not blush.

WHITE IVORY  (Klehm, 1981) 30” tall, 38” wide, double, mid $25 (fragrant, cut)

Our favorite ‘ivory’ white peony. Pure ivory from start to finish with no blushing or flecks. Another vase winner!