For landscaping large grounds, where massed 
color effects are desired, any of the varieties 
useful for garden decoration are best. Where 
cost must be figured closely, varieties marked 
“Peonies for Landscaping” are adapted to the 
purpose. Consult us for prices on quantities. 
This collection of peonies has been accumu¬ 
lated by my father. Dr. H. B. Beeson. For 
many years he has been an ardent “peony fan,” 
growing peonies as a hobby. Years of growing, 
selecting, discarding and experimenting, have 
developed judgment and discrimination. Years 
of competitive showing throughout the middle- 
west, and this year at Denver, have brought 
many prizes. At the Denver peony show this 
spring these peonies were awarded eleven firsts, 
ten seconds and the sweepstakes prize. 
Planting Suggestions 
Plant a peony in reasonably good soil, pre¬ 
ferably in full sun or partial shade, not too 
close to the roots of moisture-robbing trees or 
shrubs. Do not use manure unless it is well 
rotted and can be placed deep enough to avoid 
contact with roots when planting. Set root in 
upright position with the eyes pointing upward. 
The top eye should not be more than two inches 
below the surface-level. This is important. 
(Place a board across the hole and measure; 
don’t guess.) 
Plant 3 to 4 feet apart. Give each root a 
good drink of water when planted. Then make 
a four or five-inch mound of dirt above the root 
for protection the first winter only. Scrape this 
away, even with the surrounding ground-level, 
the following April. Thereafter no protection 
will be needed. 
ABBREVIATIONS: VE, very early; E, 
early; M, midseason; L, late; VL, very late; 
Dbl., double type; S, single type; Jap., Japan¬ 
ese type. 
TERMS: Cash with order. Prices include 
delivery anywhere within the United States. 
On orders totaling $10.00 or more, extra di¬ 
visions up to ten per cent of the amount of the 
order may be selected. In addition we usually 
cannot refrain from slipping in something in the 
way of over-count. Also, one division of 
“Souvenir De Louis Bigot” will be given with 
each order of $3.00 or more received before 
August 20. 
DELIVERY from September 1 through 
October and November. 
