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them in their permanent position. Strong plants may 
be produced by forking manure into the soil around them 
early each spring. Cultivate the soil after rains. 
Tur PEoNY 
Peonia officinalis is the original peony of old gardens. 
Although it is still a favorite, there are many hybrid 
Fic. 57, Peony (Peonia albiflora) 
varieties that are more popular. It has an attractive, 
deep-green, divided foliage with semidouble, sweet- 
scented flowers. 
Peonies may be grown in beds, especially for cut 
flowers, in the perennial borders, or among shrubbery. 
They will thrive in bright sunlight or in a spot that is 
partly shaded. 
