Hybrid Peonies (Continued) 
Laura Magnuson (Saunders 1941) This peony attracts more attention than any other 
variety in our garden. The color is clear, bright pink with a suffusion of salmon. 
It is so distinct and so pleasing that it instantly appeals to the observer. The 
large, beautifully rounded petals are delightfully arranged in semi-double, cup- 
shaped flowers. Substance of petals is unusually firm, resulting in long-lasting 
blooms. Blooms freely. Deep glossy green foliage and strong straight stems. 
Court of Honor in National Peony Show in Milwaukee. Very few for sale this year. 
$15.00 
Ludovica (Saunders 1941) Clear rose-pink. Very large semi-double cup shaped 
flowers. Most remarkable for its clear color. $10.00 
P. officinalis rubra 8.6 This species peony has been cultivated in European gardens 
for centuries. Commonly known as grandmother’s “Piney.” It is a brilliant 
double crimson and the foliage is entirely distinct from the sinensis group. Stems 
strong, each bearing but a single, huge bloom. Needs no disbudding. Comes 
very early into bloom in the garden. Orten used as a cut flower for Memorial 
day when it is invariably in bloom. The color is an intense red or crimson. 
$1.50 
P. tenuifolia flore pleno (species) 8.5 This is the true fern-leaf peony and one of 
the earliest to bloom. Fully double flowers of bright crimson that makes a striking 
effect in the garden. Flowers are not large but are refined. A very interesting specie. 
Blooms nearly a month earlier than most of our sinensis varieties. $2.50) 
Postillion (Saunders 1941) Enormous flower of deep scarlet crimson. Very brilliant, 
semi-double, flat cup. $10.00 
Rose Diamond (Saunders 1943) Tall upraised cup of clear salmon rose. Single type. 
Petals folded in a pointed fashion which adds greatly to the style of the flower. 
Comes late for a hybrid. $15.00 
Rosy Cheek (Saunders 1943) Deep rose at base, lighter at tips. Very special color. 
Semidouble. Upright grower. $10.00 
Victoria Lincoln (Saunders 1938) A magnificent variety. Very clear pink with no 
variation. Holds its color well. Large flowers, double on established plants. $10.00 
Wild Fire Very bright-red single flowers on a fine bushy plant. Blooms profusely. 
If you want a brilliant display in your garden put in a plant of Wild Fire. $10.00 
The illustration below indicates the proper depth for planting herbaceous peonies. 
Complete cultural instructions will be included with each shipment. 
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