America’s finest Peonies 
For over a quarter of a century we have specialized in the growing of Peonies, 
the most popular of the hardy perennials. At the present time, G. & R. Peony 
plantings cover fifty acres in our nurseries—the largest plantings of their kind in 
the world devoted exclusively to root production. 
SIZE OF ROOTS. At the prices quoted, 3 to 5 eye divisions with well 
balanced divisions will be supplied. Prices on undivided field clumps will be 
supplied on request. 
Good & Reese Introductions 
,New Introduction for 1934 
MRS. WARD WELSH (Jap.) 
At the time this variety was exhibited at the National Peony Show in 1927, 
it created a sensation. It was awarded the medal of the Garden Club of America 
as the "Best New Peony on Exhibition”. Due to the fact that only several plants 
existed at that time, it was necessary to delay introduction until the present year. 
Mrs. Ward Welsh is considered by many Peony experts to be the last word in 
charm and beauty. Its large, snow white petals surround a center of golden vellow 
petaloids. The flower stems are strong and sturdy—in general effect, the plant is 
balanced and pleasing. It is our opinion that Mrs. Ward Welsh is destined to be 
rated one of the world’s finest peonies. $10.00 each. 
DR. J. H. NEELEY (1930) 
In Dr. J. H. Neeley we are introducing a Peony that is now considered one 
of America’s truly fine varieties. We are confident that this variety is destined to be 
ranked among the five finest. In bud form, the flowers are faint blush pink, upon 
full opening are pure white. The broad heavy guard petals are of an unusually 
waxy texture; the center petals are rounded and cup shaped. The stems are long 
and strong. The fragrance is very pleasing. In Dr. J. H. Neeley we believe per¬ 
fection has almost been reached. $10.00. 
JUDGE SNOOK (1930) 
A really glorious flower that is destined to be ranked among the world’s finest. 
The flowers are extremely large and are of rose type. It flowers in midseason. The 
stems are long and strong, supporting enormous flowers of pure snow white, when 
fully opened. Upon first opening, the flowers are pale creamy flesh, fading to pure 
snow white. The odor is strong and pleasant. It is our belief that Judge Snook is 
undoubtedly one of the most magnificent Peonies ever originated. It is robust 
in growth and reliable in flowering. You will be growing Judge Snook eventually. 
$ 10 . 00 . 
GOOD’S GEM (Jap.) (1930) 
Peony experts who have seen this Peony for the past few years have pro¬ 
claimed it the finest Japanese variety yet introduced. Good's Gem possesses to 
the ultimate degree those qualities most sought by hybridizers. A veritable giant 
in size of flower and plant, remarkable substance and striking coloring combine to 
make Good’s Gem’a masterpiece. The petals are snow white, the petaloids golden 
yellow. A very robust grower, dwarf in habit and reliable in flowering. $10.00. 
GOOD’S IDEAL (1930) 
Semi-rose type; midseason. A remarkably beautiful Peony is the consensus 
of opinion regarding Good’s Ideal. The flowers are large and are supported by 
strong stems. The guard petals are pale flesh and surround a collar of faint Havana 
brown. In general appearance, the flowers are creamy-white and are very striking. 
It is naturally a free and reliable bloomei. Good’s Ideal is a plant of ideal habit, 
strong, upright and vigorous, with good stems. It is truly a sensational Peony. 
$ 10 . 00 . 
MRS. JOHN M. GOOD (1929) 
Experienced growers who have seen this beautiful variety have greatly ad¬ 
mired its beauty and charm. A wonderful white peony of largest size, often averag¬ 
ing nine inches in diameter. The flowers are flat, many petalled and perfect in 
form. The large buds are conical in shape, and upon opening are purest snow- 
white, showing no stamens and without markings of any kind on entire flower. 
Three to four flowers are carried on each strong, stout stem, thus giving the 
plant a very balanced and pleasing appearance. Mrs. John M. Good is a peony of 
great beauty; it is undoubtedly one of the world s finest. Midseason. $10.00. 
DARLING O’MINE (1930) 
Crown type; midseason. Commercial growers of Peonies invariably select 
this variety as the peak of perfection for cut_flower plantings. Darling O’Mine 
possesses the essential factors required by critical growers—appealing color, good 
long stem and wonderful keeping quality. In general description, Darling O’Mine 
may be adequately described as an improved President Taft. The strong stiff 
stems support extremely large flowers of beautiful rose pink, blending to delicate 
lavender pink in the center. We believe this variety is destined to be one of the 
most popular ever introduced in America. For cutting it is ideal; for landscaping, 
it is superb; and for general usefulness, it is unsurpassed. $10.00. 
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