La France
| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Lemoine, 1901; double, pink, late, approx. 32" (80 cm) tall, floriferous, fragrant
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Huge, perfectly-form rose-pink flowers with dark pink outer petals; true rose-form double, with very broad & deep petals; strong stems & good foliage; a remarkable show flower and equally good for the garden (Photo courtesy of Parkland Perennials)
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| Lady Alexandra Duff
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Kelway, 1902; double and semi-double, pink, midseason, approx. 36" (90 cm) tall; very floriferous, fragrant
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This peony is also known as "Lady Alexander Duff" and "Lady A. Duff"; it was named for Lady Alexandra Duff (1891-1959), who was the daughter of Princess Louise of Wales and the Duke of Fife, whose family name was Duff. She was named for her grandmother Queen Alexandra, wife of King Edward VII; she was only 11 when Kelway named this peony for her. It has very large, fluffy mauve pink double flowers which lighten to blush or cream in the centre; the numerous saucer-shaped side blossoms are generally semi-double; alluring fragrance; vigorous, with abundant foliage and strong stems; an heirloom variety which is generally quite inexpensive (Photo courtesy of Les Jardins Osiris )
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| Laura Dessert
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Dessert; 1913; double or Japanese anemone form, white, early midseason, approx. 34 - 36" (85 - 90 cm) tall, floriferous, fragrant
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Flower form is between an anemone and double type; buds are pale pink; when open, guard petals are white, surrounding a cream to pale lemon yellow tuft of narrow petaloids, aging to creamy white; lovely rose fragrance; good stems and healthy dark green foliage; no staking needed (Photo courtesy of Elysium Garden Nursery)
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| Lavender
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| Herbaceous hybrid introduced by Saunders, 1939; single, pink, early, approx. 30 " (75 cm) tall
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Clear lavender petals with a centre of golden stamens and burgundy carpels; grey-green leaflets; strong purple stems no staking needed; rather rare and difficult to find (Photo courtesy of peonygarden.com)
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| Le Charme
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Martin Eliason, 1964; Japanese form, deep pink, late midseason, approx. 34 - 36" (85 - 90 cm) tall, floriferous, excellent fragrance
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Cup-shaped, rich, rose-coloured petals surround a centre of butter-yellow staminodes, which are streaked pink; floriferous with three to four side-buds, and, thus, long flowering; vigorous, and stands well staking not needed; little affected by rain (Photo courtesy of Hollingsworth Peony Nursery
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| Le Cygne
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Lemoine, 1907; double, white, early midseason, approx. 28 - 34" (70 - 85 cm) tall, fragrant
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"Le cygne" is French for "the swan"; the broad, overlapping, curved petals are reminiscent of the feathers on the wings of a swan; very large, rose-form ivory blooms which fade to pure white; large-leafed foliage and strong stems; elegant form one of the most perfect double white peonies; stunning cut flower (Photo courtesy of peonygarden.com)
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| Madame Jules Dessert
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Dessert 1909; double to semi-double, blush pink, late midseason, approx. 36 - 43" (90 - 110 cm) tall, very floriferous, fragrant
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Also known as "Mme. Jules Dessert"; rose-form, blush-coloured blossoms showing golden stamens; centre is usually a trifle pinker than the rest of the flower, and always bears a few inconspicuous crimson marks; fades to creamy white; so floriferous that there seem to be more flowers than leaves visible; beautiful foliage; may need staking (Photo courtesy of PlantenTuin Esveld)
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| Maestro
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Auten, 1957; double, red, midseason, approx. 32 - 34" (80 - 85 cm) tall, floriferous, faint fragrance
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This peony is actually somewhere between a loose double and a semi-double; stunning, velvety, deep red flowers with prominent golden stamens intermingled in the petals; red, wiry stem; best when staked (Photo courtesy of Omeo Peonies)
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| Mahogany
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| Herbaceous hybrid introduced by Glasscock, 1937; Japanese form, red, early, approx. 36" (90 cm) tall, faint fragrance
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Large, cup-shaped blossoms of intense dark red, which resist fading; looks like a single, but is actually a Japanese form with very small thick yellow staminodes; light green foliage; good garden or cut flower; no staking needed (Photo courtesy of Hollingsworth Peony Nursery
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| Many Happy Returns
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| Herbaceous hybrid, introduced by Hollingsworth, 1986; Japanese anemone form to bomb double, red, early midseason, approx. 24 - 36" (60 - 90 cm) tall, no fragrance
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This peony won the American Peony Society Gold Medal in 2007. The medium-sized blossoms are an intense, rosy scarlet; the plant is vigorous and prolific; produces abundant flowers, on erect stems; foliage is slightly ruffled; cut buds do very well in cool storage, even after several weeks; blossoms last for a long time in a vase; excellent for floral arrangements (Photo courtesy of Hollingsworth Peony Nursery
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| Martha Bulloch
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Brand, 1907; double, pink, late midseason, approx. 32 - 38" (80 - 95 cm) tall, floriferous, fragrant
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Has enormous flowers which can be up to 12" (30 cm) in diameter; blossoms are a bright cerise rose pink with shading to silvery shell pink at the petal edges; light green, narrow foliage; plant is very tall and sturdy; superb cut flower, and also a good garden flower (Photo courtesy of peonygarden.com)
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| Mikado
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced from Japan, 1893; Japanese form, red, late midseason, approx. 40 - 43" (100 - 110 cm) tall, very floriferous, unpleasant fragrance
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Variety was introduced to the U.S.A. by the Japanese exhibit at the Chicago World's Fair in 1893. Extremely impressive, tall plant; wavy ruffled petals of dark rosy crimson; a centre of thick staminodes, which are dark rose red, edged and tipped in gold; considered one of the very best red peonies of its type; abundant lush green foliage, erect stems; very decorative garden plant (Photo courtesy of Hollingsworth Peony Nursery
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| Miss America
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Mann & van Steen, 1926; semi-double, white, early midseason, approx. 32 - 36" (80 - 90 cm) tall, floriferous, good fragrance
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This peony has twice won the American Peony Society's Gold Medal: 1956 & 1971. Blush pink buds open to large, cupped, pure white flowers with a centre of golden stamens; this is the standard for semi-double whites; lots of side buds help extend the bloom period; good garden or cut flower; especially good for more southerly areas (Photo courtesy of Elysium Garden Nursery)
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| Mister Ed
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Klehm, 1980; double bomb form, white or pink, midseason, 28 - 36" (70 - 90 cm) tall, fragrant
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Also known as "Mr. Ed"; very unusual peony which can bloom either rose pink, cream blush, or a combination of the two colours; blossoms are large and have a light, sweet fragrance; vigorous grower with tall strong stems; good cut flower (Photo courtesy of Adelman Peony Gardens)
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| Monsieur Jules Elie
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Crousse, 1888; double bomb form, pink, early midseason, approx. 34 - 36" (85 - 90 cm) tall, fragrant
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Also known as: "'Mons. Jules Elie" or "Msr. Jules Elie"; huge, chrysanthemum-like, silvery rose-pink blooms; this heirloom classic has been popular for over one hundred years, but is quite inexpensive; one of the very best cut flowers; may need staking (Photo courtesy of Blossom Hill Nursery)
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| Mother's Choice
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Glassock, 1950; double, blush white, late midseason, approx. 30 - 34" (75 - 85 cm) tall, floriferous, good fragrance
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Winner of the American Peony Society Gold Medal in 1993. Very large, perfectly-formed flowers composed of creamy white petals with a faint blush; occasionally show a hint of magenta red on the edges of the petals; very dependable bloomer; wide-leafed bush; best when staked (Photo courtesy of Elysium Garden Nursery)
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| Mrs Edward Harding
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Shaylor, 1918; double, white, midseason, approx. 24 - 36" (60 - 90 cm) tall, floriferous, fragrant
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Also known as "Mrs. Ed Harding"; named for peony enthusiast and gardening author Alice Harding (wife of lawyer Edward Harding); beautiful flower of perfect form and delicate lacy quality; golden yellow stamens visible through many densely-packed white petals; good dark green foliage; best when staked (Photo courtesy of peonygarden.com)
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| Mrs Euclid Snow
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Brand, 1939; double, blush pink, late midseason, approx. 24 - 34" (60 - 85 cm) tall, floriferous, excellent fragrance
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Medium height plant bearing many blossoms; large cupped flowers of pale pink with rays of deeper pink spreading through the flower; petals are incurved and slightly waxy; lasts well in a vase (Photo courtesy of Peonies Plus)
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| Mrs Franklin D. Roosevelt
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Franklin, 1932; double, pink, late midseason, approx. 28 - 34" (70 - 85 cm) tall, floriferous, good fragrance
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Also known as "Mrs FDR"; Winner of the American Peony Society Gold Medal in 1948. Large, exceptionally pretty, rose-form flowers of a soft shell pink, with incurving petals; delightful fragrance; excellent cut flower; best when staked (Photo courtesy of Buck Canyon Gardens)
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| Myrtle Gentry
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Brand, 1925; double, pink, late, approx. 24 - 36" (60 - 90 cm) tall, floriferous, very fragrant
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Large, full, rose-form blossoms; pastel salmon-pink colour, which gradually fades to almost a pure white; one of the most fragrant peonies has the fragrance of a tea rose; blossoms are held well above the foliage; best when staked (Photo courtesy of Peonies Plus)
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| Nice Gal
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by William Krekler, 1965; semi-double, pink, late midseason, approx. 22 - 32" (55 - 80 cm) tall, fragrant
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Large, deep rose-pink blossoms, which fade to a silvery pink; when fully open central tuft of golden stamens and deep rose stigmas is visible; flowers are placed near the foliage; great landscape variety; sturdy bush no staking needed; produces so many flowers that foliage is almost hidden (Photo courtesy of Hollingsworth Peony Nursery)
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| Nick Shaylor
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Allison, 1931; double, blush/white, late midseason, approx. 30 - 36" (75 - 90 cm) tall, floriferous, good fragrance
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Two time winner of the American Peony Society Gold Medal: 1941 & 1972; very large, rose-form blossom; before opening, buds show carmine-red streaks; newly-opened blooms are a soft pink which quickly fades to white; may show red flecks or streaks on some petals; vigorous and very reliable bloomer; best when staked; good foliage; exceptional cut flower; outstandingly beautiful peony (Photo courtesy of Hollingworth Peony Nursery)
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| Nippon Beauty
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Auten, 1927; Japanese form, red, late, approx 32" (80 cm) tall
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Deep garnet-red blooms have petaloid tips flushed and edged in gold; outstanding in flower arrangements; both striking and inexpensive (Photo courtesy of Adelman Peony Gardens)
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| Nymphe
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Dessert, 1913; Japanese form, pink, late midseason, approx. 26 - 36" (65 - 90 cm) tall, very fragrant
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Masses of deep pink, bowl-shaped blossoms, with small, tight ball of golden yellow stamens in the centre; delicious fragrance; stiff stems, and deep green leaves (Photo courtesy of Elysium Garden Nursery)
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| Paul M. Wild
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Gilbert H. Wild & Son, 1964; double, red, late midseason, approx. 32 - 38" (80 - 95 cm) tall, floriferous, good fragrance
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Large, velvety ruby red flowers; side buds open quickly, so that each stem becomes a small bouquet by itself; resists fading; one of the finest double red peonies currently available; best when staked (Photo courtesy of Elysium Garden Nursery)
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| Paula Fay
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| Herbaceous hybrid introduced by Fay, 1968; semi-double, early, approx. 30 - 36" (75 - 90 cm) tall, no fragrance
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This peony won the American Peony Society Gold Medal in 1988; has numerous, intense shocking pink (almost watermelon colour) flowers, each with a centre of golden stamens; flowers are close to dark green foliage; extremely strong stems no staking needed; good cut flower; excellent garden flower (Photo courtesy of Elysium Garden Nursery)
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| Pillow Talk
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Carl G. Klehm, 1973; double, pink, midseason, approx. 26 - 38" (65 - 95 cm) tall, slightly floriferous, good fragrance
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Winner of the American Peony Society Gold Medal in 1994; very large, rose-shaped, soft, light pink flowers; strong grower; glossy, rich foliage; best when staked (Photo courtesy of Homestead Farms Nursery)
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| Pink Hawaiian Coral
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| Herbaceous hybrid introduced by Roy Klehm, 1981; semi-double, pink, early midseason, approx. 34 - 38" (85 - 95 cm) tall, fragrant
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Winner of the gold medal from the American Peony Society in 2000; rose-form blossom; notched petals, a wonderful rose-coral colour with with yellow stamens peeking through the centre; over time, the colour gradually fades to a very light coral, almost cream; good foliage and excellent stem strength no staking required; excellent garden flower or cut flower (Photo courtesy of Elysium Garden Nursery)
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| Primevère
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Lemoine 1907; Japanese anemone form, white & yellow, midseason, approx. 36" (90 cm) tall, floriferous, good fragrance
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A flattish flower with creamy white, cupped guard petals around a centre of sulfur yellow petalodes, which turn to milk white with age; profuse bloomer and good grower; sweetly scented; lax stems staking is needed; good, dark green, but rather coarse foliage; good cut flower; an old favourite (Photo courtesy of Elysium Garden Nursery)
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| Princess Margaret
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Murawska, 1960; double, pink, midseason, approx. 34" (85 cm) tall, good fragrance
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Named with the permission of Her Royal Highness, Princess Margaret, and of Her Majesty, the Queen Mother, Queen Elizabeth; enormous, beautifully-formed, deep rich rose-pink flower; good foliage, and strong stems, but best when staked; excellent cut flower (Photo courtesy of Peonies Plus)
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| Raspberry Sundae
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Carl G. Klehm, 1968; double bomb form, white & pink, late midseason, approx. 30 - 36" (75 - 90 cm) tall, excellent fragrance
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Large pale pink guard petals surrounding a collar of buttery yellow petals topped with a mass of curly pink petals; looks like a scoop of vanilla ice cream with raspberry topping dripping through the petals; heady, sweet fragrance; vigorous grower; needs some support; excellent cut flower (Photo courtesy of Reilly's Country Gardens ; copyright Phil Reilly)
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| Red Charm
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| Herbaceous hybrid introduced by Glasscock, 1944; double bomb form, red, early, approx. 32" (80 cm) tall, faint fragrance
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This peony won the American Peony Society Gold Medal in 1956; huge, perfectly formed ball of deep crimson with a multitude of waxy petals; this is the standard against which all other red hybrid peonies are judged; tall, strong stems; excellent foliage (Photo courtesy of Elysium Garden Nursery)
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| Red Red Rose
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| Herbaceous hybrid introduced Saunders, 1942; semi-double, red, midseason, approx. 32 - 38" (80 - 95 cm) tall, light fragrance
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Large, vivid, blood-red, cup-shaped flower with centre of golden stamens; ruffled petals; very attractive in bud; strong, straight stems no staking needed (Photo courtesy of Adelman Peony Gardens)
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| Roselette
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| Herbaceous hybrid introduced by Saunders, 1950; single, pink, very early, approx. 22 - 36" (55 - 90 cm) tall; floriferous, fragrant
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Large, clear, warm rose-pink, cup-formed blooms surrounding a yellow centre; one of the earliest flowering full-sized peonies; large, light green foliage is durable all season; erect stems no staking needed; great garden plant (Photo courtesy of Elysium Garden Nursery)
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| Roy Pehrson's Best Yellow
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| Herbaceous hybrid introduced by Pehrson & Laning, 1982; single, yellow, early, approx. 30 - 34" (75 - 85 cm) tall, occasionally floriferous
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Abundant soft yellow flowers; well-rounded broad petals, lightly fluted and cupped; while not a bright yellow like the new Itoh Hybrid intersectionals, it is significantly less expensive; beautiful dark green foliage throughout the season; strong stems no staking needed (Photo courtesy of Adelman Peony Gardens)
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| Ruth Clay
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Kelsey, 1935; double, red, early midseason, approx. 24 - 32" (60 - 80 cm) tall
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An outstanding shade of rich magenta red; buds shaped like rosebuds; strong stems; an excellent cut flower or garden flower (Photo courtesy of Parkland Perennials)
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| Sarah Bernhardt
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Lemoine, 1906; double, pink, late, aprox. 36" (90 cm) tall, floriferous, pleasant fragrance
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Named for the famous Victorian actress; huge blossoms with apple-blossom pink petals, that are silver-tipped, and often have carmine red flecks; reliable and easy to grow; tall bush, which needs staking; handsome deep green foliage; great cut flower; inexpensive; a classic for over a hundred years, and deservedly so (Photo courtesy of Elysium Garden Nursery)
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| Scarlett O'Hara
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| Herbaceous hybrid introduced by Lyman Glasscock & Elizabeth Falk, 1956; single, red, early midseason, approx. 36 - 42" (90 - 105 cm) tall, slight fragrance
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Very tall, robust plant; large, vibrant scarlet red petals with contrasting centre of golden stamens; petals fade to cerise pink in sunlight; rich deep green foliage; vigorous, easy to grow (Photo courtesy of Elysium Garden Nursery)
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| Sea Shell
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Sass, 1937; single, pink, midseason, approx. 35 - 37" ( 90 - 95 cm) tall, floriferous, good fragrance
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Also spelled "Seashell"; this peony won the American Peony Society Gold Medal in 1990; one of the most admired single pink peonies; numerous large, bright, satiny pink blossoms with a centre of yellow stamens; upright, vigorous bush with strong stems; excellent cut flower (Photo courtesy of Elysium Garden Nursery)
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| Sequestered Sunshine
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| Intersectional/Itoh hybrid, introduced by Roger Anderson, 1999; single/semi-double, yellow, late, 26 - 36" (65 - 90 cm) tall, spicy fragrance
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Huge, long-lasting blossoms up to 7" (18 cm) in diameter; rich, bright yellow petals with a centre of with red & yellow; long stems; dark decorative foliage; good cut flower (Photo courtesy of Les Jardins Osiris )
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| Shirley Temple
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| Cross between "Festiva Maxima" and "Mme. Edouard Doriat", double, blush/white, early midseason, approx. 34" (85 cm) tall, light fragrance
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Very large flowers - up to 8" (20 cm) in diameter; pink buds open to light rose-pink petals which fade to translucent, creamy white; petals are arranged in whorls - very delicate appearance; good stem strength; lovely garden and cut flowers; usually quite inexpensive (Photo courtesy of Elysium Garden Nursery)
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| Show Girl
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| Herbaceous hybrid introduced by Don Hollingsworth, 1984; Japanese anemone form, pink and yellow, early midseason, approx. 32 - 36" (80 - 90 cm) tall, floriferous, good fragrance
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Gorgeous huge flower; striking combination of bright, warm pink guard petals surrounding a centre of creamy yellow petaloids; as the plant matures the Japanese form goes to a full anemone and even to double; dark green foliage growing well down (Photo courtesy of Hollingsworth Peony Nursery
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| Solange
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Lemoine 1907; double, white & pink, late, approx. 36" (90 cm) tall, floriferous, faint fragrance
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Large creamy white blossoms, suffused with buff and pale salmon pink; open slowly, not fully developed for several days; vigorous, old-fashioned variety, good for cut flowers (Photo courtesy of Buck Canyon Gardens)
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| Sorbet
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, discovered by L. Klinkhamer in South Korea, 1987; double bomb form, pink & white, approx. 24 - 36" (60 - 90 cm) tall, nice fragrance
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Has large full double blooms consisting of alternating layers of pastel pink and white petals; gorgeous in bouquets; carefree, long-lived plant rarely requires division (Photo courtesy of Les Jardins Osiris )
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| Sword Dance
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Auten, 1933; Japanese form, red, late, approx. 34 - 36" (85 - 90 cm) tallnic
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Brilliant, large showy flower: bright magenta-red petals surrounding a centre of yellow staminoides streaked with red very impressive; resists fading; tall, sturdy bush, wind resistant (Photo courtesy of Elysium Garden Nursery)
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| Thérèse
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Dessert & Méchin, 1904; double, pink, midseason, medium height, floriferous, faint fragrance
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Huge, long petals of pale, old-rose pink, paling toward the base, with a golden yellow centre; fades in strong sunlight; may need staking, since flowers are very heavy; strong stems and heavy foliage (Photo courtesy of Parkland Perennials)
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| Top Brass
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Klehm, 1968; double bomb form, white, pink & yellow, late midseason, approx. 28 - 34" (70 - 85 cm) tall, fragrant
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Creamy white guard petals; subtle tones of ivory, pale yellow, and light pink form the central "bomb"; lovely honey scent; excellent cut flower (Photo courtesy of Elysium Garden Nursery)
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| Tourangelle
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Dessert & Méchin 1910; double, pink, late midseason, approx. 36" (90 cm) tall, floriferous, great fragrance
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A beautiful, compact flower; pale cream-white at the base grading to apple-blossom pink in the centre; requires time to develop to its best form; needs support in the garden. Intoxicating fragrance! (Photo courtesy of peonygarden.com)
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| Walter Faxon
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, intrduced by Richardson, 1904; double, pink, midseason, approx. 28 - 32" (70 - 80 cm) tall, floriferous, mild fragrance
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Striking, intense and very full shell-pink flowers, but may fade in hot sunshine; good stems and foliage; inexpensive, and deservedly popular for over a hundred years
(Photo courtesy of Hidden Springs Flower Farm)
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| Walter Mains
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| Herbaceous hybrid, introduced by Walter Mains, 1957; Japanese form, red, early midseason, approx. 32 - 34" (80 - 85 cm) tall; good fragrance
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This peony won the American Peony Society Gold Medal in 1974; burgundy-red outer petals surround a striking center of mixed red, gold, and white; large, very showy, with strong stems, and has a delightful fragrance (Photo courtesy of Adelman Peony Gardens)
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| Westerner
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Bigger, 1942; Japanese form, pink and yellow, late midseason, approx. 36" (90 cm) tall, floriferous, faint fragrance
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This peony won the American Peony Society Gold Medal in 1982; the flowers are quite large; the outer, guard petals are a beautiful shade of orchid pink while the centre is a buttery yellow; stems are sturdy, but may require staking in some locations; nice broad, spreading bush (Photo courtesy of Elysium Garden Nursery)
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| White Sands
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Gilbert H. Wild & Son, 1968; Japanese anemone form, white with yellow centre, midseason, approx. 32 - 36" (80 - 90 cm) tall, floriferous, extremely fragrant
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Flowers have lots of petals; the centres are usualy yellow, but may also be white; stands upright, so doesn't need staking; has a delightful fragrance
(Photo courtesy of Reilly's Country Gardens ; copyright Phil Reilly)
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| White Wings
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| P. lactiflora cultivar, introduced by Hoogendoorn, 1949; single, white, late midseason, approx. 32 - 36" (80 - 90 cm) tall, slightly fragrant
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Has very large flowers, up to 12" (30 cm) in diameter; buds open with purple streaks on the outside that quickly fade to pure white; nice centre of deep yellow stamens; leaves are a dark, glossy green; has nice, sturdy stems (Photo courtesy of Elysium Garden Nursery)
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