|
The 2008 Plant Offering |
|||||
|
|||||
|
Reading and Understanding Our Plant Descriptions
Originator -- Surname and year of name publication, enclosed by parentheses, follows the item name. When two surnames are shown, the first is normally the one who initially recognized the value of the plant, the second person established the name. Time of Flowering -- One of the major differences found among the different Peony Groups is time of flowering. In Northwest Missouri we may have peonies in flower for five to six weeks, sometimes a week longer, least duration in those years when we have much above average temperatures for a portion of the season. Our flowering codes reflect the entire range of flowering: VE=very early; E=early; EM=early mid-season; M=mid-season; ML=late mid-season; L=late; VL=very late. Hybrids Group -- The following links will take you to a full discussion on each of these group designations. The Gold Medal -- The highest award given for a peony cultivar by the American Peony Society, said to denote excellent performance both in the garden and for exhibition. It should be taken as significant, but many fine performers have not received the award, while there are noteworthy exhibition winners that have been passed over because of less than exemplary performance in the garden. In addition, you may wish to review the articles available in our About Peonies pages related to other characteristics referenced in the plant descriptions. |
We do not offer online ordering, so you may want to take notes regarding peonies you wish to order, as you will need to print out the order form, complete it the old fashioned way, then send it to us by regular mail. Be sure and check out our Terms and Conditions for additional ordering information including information on: I was totally astounded when I removed them from the box and wrappings. I have received peonies in the mail before, and also received plants from friends, but I have never seen a root that huge and that many eyes on anything I have received in the past. Apparently the Hollingsworth’s and Missouri grow terrific peonies. Thanks again, for talking me into giving them a try this fall. I am sure that I will have some beautiful plants come spring. G. McCowan WA
|
||||
[
