Peonies

by Allan Rogers

Al Rogers has been growing peonies since childhood, and this book represents more than 60 years' experience. Peonies are treasured by gardeners for their longevity, lush foliage, rich fragrance, and landscape uses. Captured within these pages are not only the flavor, charm, and history of the peony and its hybridizers but also expert information about the genus Paeonia and its many cultivars. The species are discussed, and from the thousand-odd listed cultivars of both tree and herbaceous peonies, Rogers singles out the truly superior for recommendation, along with some introductions that show great promise.

This book is only available through print on demand. All interior art is black and white. 

Genres: Gardening

384 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 1995

Reviews

[David Ward · Rating 3 out of 5]

Peonies by Allan Rogers (Timber Press 2009)(635.933111). Complete and detailed information about the herbaceous peony and the tree peony family and the thousand or so named cultivars with specific recommendations. This book will serve as the reference for peonies in this gardener's library. My rating: 7/10, finished 2010.

[Douglas Larson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Informative and thorough. It covers the major players in breeding and hybridization of peonies from the beginning of the 20th century to the present.