OFFICINALIS RUBRA (Species) (8.6) Each $1.50 
V.E. D. Red. Vivid crimson; large round bloom. 
OLD SIWASH (Auten, 1939) Each $1.50 
L.M. D. White. T. R.F. A large, blush-white on stiff stems that seem 
to have about all the good points that a Peony needs. 
OPAL (Pleas, 1908) (8.5) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
M. D. Pink. Pale rose-pink becoming almost white when fully open. 
Petals long pointed and arranged in a deep funnel-like form. ‘The 
coloring is very delicate and opalescent. 
OZARK BEAUTY (Sarcoxie Nur., 1950) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
L.D. Pink. This received Honorable Mention here at the 1950 National 
Show. It is an exquisite radiant dark pink in compact rose type. Free 
bloomer on heavy stems. 
PATHFINDER (Auten, 1939) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
L.M. D. Pink. Medium color; heavy substance; good for cutting. 
PEERLESS (Franklin) (N.R.) Each $1.50 
L. D. White. M.H. Very large globular bloom opening blush and fading 
white. Its stems are extra strong and the foliage good and down to the 
ground. A beauty. 
PFEIFFER’S PRIDE (Pfeiffer, 1932) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
L. D. Pink. M.H. F. Rose type of fine form; outer petals of a peculiar 
shade of light pink, shading deeper in the center, with a ring of yellow 
stamens surrounding a tuft of deeper pink, blotched with crimson. 
Strong, stiff stems. 
PFEIFFER’S RED TRIUMPH (Pfeiffer, 1947) Each $2.00 
E. D. Red. T. F. Rose type; deep crimson. Buds large, very dark, like 
Philippe Rivoire before opening. Strong, stiff stems. 
PHILIPPE RIVOIRE (Riviere, 1911) (9.2) Each $2.00, 3 for $4.50 
L.M. D. Red. M.H. M.F. A very bright rich crimson. The beautiful 
form of this flower and its uniform soft rich color make it a flower 
loved by all who see it. This is a fine show flower and is absolutely 
void of stamens. Although the flower is not huge, it ranks among 
the top notch reds. Wiry stems that hold the fine bloom erect. The 
flower is beautifully formed. 
PHOEBE CARY (Brand, 1907) (8.8) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
L. D. Pink. V.T. V.F. Soft lavender-pink; center several shades darker. 
Large flat flower, rose type. Strong grower and free bloomer. A lovely 
flower of distinct shade. 
PHYLLIS KELWAY (Kelway, 1908) (9.0) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
E.M. S.D. Pink. M.H. M.F. We have always admired this semi-double 
variety, due to its daintiness and artistic makeup. Color is rose-pink, 
paling to white in center. Hollow, cupped form at first, showing many 
stamens, later developing a flat crown which covers the imperfect 
collar. Very floriferous. 
PIERRE DESSERT (Dessert & Mechin, 1890) Each $1.50 
E. D. Red. Large, medium compact semi-rose type; dark crimson. We 
like this one very well. 
PIERRE DUCHARTRE (Crousse, 1895) (8.2) Each $1.00 
L. D. Pink. M.H. R.F. Fully double; large. Old rose-pink of opaque 
quality, with a silvery sheen. Good foliage. 
PINK CHARM (Kelsey, 1936) Each $2.00 
E. D. Pink. F. Soft flesh-pink. Broad outer petals around shorter, twisted 
and overlapping petals. 
PINK WONDER (Bigger, 1950) Each $7.00 
M. D. Pink. 36 in. The large, full, bright pink flowers with a few 
hidden stamens are borne in great profusion. The tips of the petals are 
slightly lighter giving them an added brightness. The stems are strong; 
foliage is clean and medium dark green. 
POLLY PRIM (Auten, 1942) Each $2.00 
L. D. White. M.H. R.F. Here is one for the specialist. Full double, of 
most exquisite form and petalage, not over 5 in. in diameter on stiff 
stems. Pure white. 
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~ PINK FORMAL 
PINK FORMAL (Nicholls-Wild & Son, 1953) 
Each $40.00 
L.M. D. Pink. M.H. Seedling No. 877. A beautiful soft mauve-pink 
that attracts the eye immediately. Very large, excellent shape. Heavy 
strong stems. Not tall, only of medium height. Nice foliage. 
PRAIRIE KING (Rosenfield, 1908) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
E. D. Red. T. F. Brilliant light crimson, shaded purple. Large globular 
flower. Strong and erect. 
PRESIDENT F. D. ROOSEVELT (Franklin, 1933) Each $2.00 
L. D. Pink. T. Deep pink variety that is taking its place among the elite 
in Peonydom. A splendid, sturdy grower, and flowers are borne on 
strong, stiff stems. Foliage a dark green. Recommended for northern 
U.S.A. only. 
PRESIDENT WILSON (Thurlow, 1918) (9.3) Each $2.00 
M. D. Pink. M.H. V.F. A very large bright rose-pink, fading to a lighter 
pink. The plant has strong stems, good foliage. Awarded Certificate 
of Honorable Mention at London, Ontario. 
PRIMEVERE (Lemoine, 1907) (8.6) Each $1.50 
M. D. Yellow-white. M.H. V.F. One of the best of the yellow varieties. 
Guard petals are a creamy white enclosing a central ball of sulphur- 
yellow. The flower is medium large, bomb type. If the flower is cut 
in the bud and developed inside, you get the true color. 
PRUDENCE (Auten, 1933) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
E.M. D. White. R.F. Very chaste, white, refinement personified. A 
strong grower and fine in every way. 
PURPUREA SUPERBA (Delache, 1855) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
M. D. Red. V.T. Large bomb-type blooms of bright crimson; no 
stamens. Strong, free bloomer. 
QUEEN OF HAMBURG (HZ. P. Sass, 1937) (8.96) Each $2.00 
M. D. Pink. T. A very full, bright, gleaming pink. The flower is im- 
mense, yet so perfectly formed that it is not rough or ungainly. A 
free, dependable bloomer with healthy, heavy, dark green foliage. 
RAHAB (Kelsey, 1940) (N.R.) Each $2.00 
M. D. Pink. Medium rose-pink flowers on good strong stems. Very 
pretty. 
RAOUL DESSERT (Dessert, 1910) (9.0) Each $1.00 
L.M. D. Pink. V.F. Clear mauve, shaded carmine-pink, and_ stained 
silver-white. Extremely large, compact flower. 
RAPTURE (Thurlow & Stranger, 1937) Each $5.00 
M. D. White. M.F. Very large, the outer petals broad and rounded, 
center petals shorter, giving the blooms a cupped effect. Pure white 
suffused with a soft creamy light. 
