Swenson Gardens
Garden varieties are some of the most popular peonies and can be found in gardens around the world. These versatile plants offer a wide range of bloom times, wonderful landscape appeal and of course, peony cut flowers.
32” tall, 38” wide, single, early
Will the first coral colored bloom please show? We promise to stave off the warmer temperatures so your intense color may last longer!
36” tall, 42” wide, double, mid to late
Bring on the glitz! Infuse pink with some yellow and you now have the true meaning of a cut flower from the 1930’s! A top performer.
30” tall, 40” wide, single, early
Flag-red, feisty, and fragrant. This early single holds its head up proudly. Stunning in numbers in the garden, and dramatic as a cut flower.
36” tall, 48” wide, single, early
His Heavenly attributes await us in early spring. Angelic white color adorns the top of his throne supported by pillars of gigantic ‘macrophylla’ foliage.
34” tall, 38” wide, single, very early
A very early spring bloomer that is an elegant presence in the garden and fragrant sophistication indoors. Shade from afternoon sun to prolong blooms.
34” tall, 42” wide, single, mid to late
Born in Oregon in mid-1950s, along with its brother, Rivida, Minnesota-grown Ava is unapologetically, vividly, vibrantly, pink. Gorgeous and graceful.
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38” tall, 46” wide, double, mid to late
A lacy and luxuriant double from Poland that is nearly a bouquet all by itself. Not registered in America as the name was registered before it emigrated.
32" tall, 40" wide, double, early
Pretty in pink! My sweet smell and gradient shades of pink make me one of the top cut flowers. I offer a wonderful plant habitat, too.
34” tall, 40” wide, double, late
I will not faint during the growing season! Though others may fall, watch me stand up straight while holding a 6-8” saucer above my head.
28” tall, 38” wide, semi-double, early-mid
Deep, rich garnet anchors landscape design and partners beautifully with yellow tulips. Velvety impact and sturdy stems add drama to cut arrangements, too.
26” tall, 38” wide, single, mid to late
Airy, dancing blooms are far from delicate and flutter atop very sturdy stems. Spectacular color and movement when planted in clusters.
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24” tall, 32” wide, single, mid to late
I am a crowing achievement of my originator’s goal to develop petite plants with small blooms. My mere 4” bloom size presents a stunning accent in smaller gardens.
32” tall, 42” wide, double, mid
Beautifully formed blooms evoke spring with smooth petals touched with pink, should breezes be cool. Strong stems and extraordinary fragrance make an exquisite cut flower.
44” tall, 58” wide, double, late
Painted like peppermint, this sweet treat is much-beloved for the playful personality and delightful color combination it brings to late season beds.
30” tall, 38” wide, double, mid
The delicious scent of cloves spices the garden walk when edged with this uncommon and very special bloom. A fabulous cut flower with attractive foliage year-round.
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36” tall, 48” wide, single, mid to late
Grouped in mass plantings to show off their alabaster petals, these pearly beauties offer the effect of a snow drift, without the brrrr temperatures.
36” tall, 48” wide, double, very late
Like many a late bloomer, this one is a spectacular beauty worth the wait. Buds and petals of the palest pink with bright green foliage.
28” tall, 32” wide, Japanese, mid
The darkest russet garden peony deserves all the attention a front-and-center spot in your border provides. Touched with gold and extraordinarily dramatic.
30” tall, 42” wide, bomb double, mid
This much-sought-after bomb is the very definition of opulent color and elegant form, with extravagant, richly toned petals and excellent posture from strong stems.
32” tall, 42” wide, semi-double, early
A popular favorite every year for its tri-colored and tri-phase blooms. Intense coral guard petals touched with rose slowly fade to pale ivory. Delightful.
36” tall, 42” wide, semi-double, early
My ivory tinged coral petals give me a special look. Some years I’m nearly the most popular coral. Oh, by the way, you get one of me per straight stem.
32” tall, 40” wide, single to semi-double, early
Exclusivity can be a good thing! I have been available in limited numbers for many years. Some consider me to be one of the first coral pinks from Saunder’s lobata hybrids.
32” tall, 42” wide, Japanese, mid
A constantly evolving palette of watercolor pinks, delicate corals, and rose accents, this fascinating showstopper changes daily, almost right before your eyes.
24” tall, 32” wide, bomb double, mid
The intensity and drama of Red Charm on a petite frame, with compact, dense foliage. Delivers an impact in a small space. Lovely cut flower.
36” tall, 40” wide, single, early
This exotic-looking show-off with evenly spaced petals is a stunner. Originally registered by Alfred Mantegna and then purchased from Don Smetana in Washington.
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36” tall, 42” wide, double, mid
As a cut flower, this silver-touched coral double is outstanding, long-lasting, and fragrant. Popular for its looks and its foliage.
30” tall, 38” wide, double, early
Bring on the vases! My delicate, sweet fragrance will fill your home with just a few blooms. I am beautiful in the garden as well, but my stems do need support.
40” tall, 52” wide, single, very early
My composition may be improvisatory in form, but look past my fleshy pink blooms and notice my maroon infused stems and leaves. Unique foliage masterpiece!
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26” tall, 40” wide, bomb, early to mid
Absolutely, positively fire engine red! Densely packed bomb of such a clear, definite red that is fairly pops against its well-formed foliage.
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30” tall, 40” wide, single, early
Shade this peachy pink bloom from afternoon sun, and its ballet tutu color will linger longer. Extraordinary, long-legged centers inside well-sculpted guard petals.
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34” tall, 40” wide, double, mid
Not bragging too much, but some growing years I offer 9” ivory white blooms. Grab your largest vase to show off lots of me inside your home.
28” tall, 38” wide, Japanese, late
Not too many gardeners know me, because I am new to the neighborhood. I produce an amazing amount of blooms for a major splash of color.
32” tall, 40” wide, Japanese, mid to late
Nothing shy about this saucy bloom! A rounded center of pink-and-cream petals nestle inside full-skirted guard blooms of definite rose. Ooh la la!
28” tall, 38” wide, bomb double, early to mid
Lacey gathered skirts of petals in a scrumptious shade of butter-to-daffodil yellow, so treasured in peonies. Tip: wait a season or two to cut blooms for best results.
34” tall, 40” wide, double, mid
My exotic coloration, fluffy blooms, pleasing fragrance, and extended vase life will charm all your senses. Take me, I’m yours!
28” tall, 36” wide, single, very early
New to the garden. Forever loved as an early arrival in the spring, the intricate purple flares do best with afternoon shade locations. Foliage coloring is best viewed upon arrival.
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36” tall, 44” wide, double, mid-late
Because I am one of the newer dark red peonies, the photographer could not keep his eyes off of me. Bring on the paparazzi!
40” tall, 50” wide, double, early to mid
Gardeners continually admire my looks and fragrance in the gardens. I kept telling them to bring me inside and to shows. Now they get it!
30” tall, 38” wide, double, mid-late
Yes, the dark red peony you can see from our road during Peony Field Days is FINALLY available! The highlight reel of this red is…it doesn’t fade!
26” tall, 36” wide, semi-double to double, late
This mysterious variety is from a famous hybridizer’s garden, yet its precise origins are unknown, so its offspring are noted as seedling pollen and/or pod parent.
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32” tall, 38” wide, double, mid
An icy lemon-colored double bomb, frothy as a meringue. This is an award-winning peony with prolific blooms, strong stems, and a divine fragrance.
32” tall, 40” wide, double, mid
My lovely characteristics make me one of the world’s most hybridized varieties. My kids are famous, but I am the still the queen of the garden.
20” tall, 28” wide, single, early to mid
Saunders’s collector alert! Very rare and only a few to share so order early!
24” tall, 32” wide, Japanese, late
My petite size has its advantages for gardens with limited space. My originator developed numerous rock garden peonies that my grower is releasing over the next few years.
28” tall, 38” wide, semi-double, mid
When Swensons first saw my astounding blossom they wanted to share their joy! I offer a flat bloom and exquisite foliage contained in a petite package.
30” tall, 36” wide, novelty, mid
An unusual double the color of cream, touched with pink-tipped edges. It loves a dry spot in the garden, and thrives in an arid growing season.
38” tall, 42” wide, semi-double, early to mid
This hard-to-find Saunders hybrid has blooms the size of water lilies. Strong stems will support the blooms, if planted in a wind-protected spot.
32” tall, 48” wide, single, early
Gift the garden of newlyweds with the palest of pink-white blooms, held aloft on entwined carpels, which inspired its name. Excellent, shrub-like foliage.
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30” tall, 40” wide, Japanese, mid
Aptly named with very dark red guards surrounded by a yellow sun: However, I only bloom during daylight hours. Very nice performer.
32” tall, 40” wide, double, mid
Among our top five cut flowers that often sells out for many reasons: delightful fragrance, elegant petals, dense form, and pretty foliage. Now available!
34” tall, 42” wide, Japanese, mid-late
Zing! Snap! Sizzle! No electricity needed to flip this switch in the garden. Rosy petals hold their color and the stamens are edged in gold.
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30” tall, 40” wide, double, mid
Rare, exquisite, and a bit slow to mature, with semi-glossy foliage and blooms that look like wedding cake frosting. Romantic and voluptuous, with limited amounts this year.
24” tall, 30” wide, double, mid
A perfectly diminutive peony: pretty fragrance, raspberry-tipped and ruffled petals with a honey-colored glow, sturdy stems, and border-worthy foliage. An excellent cutting garden plant.
24” tall, 38” wide, bomb double, late
Very pink, very dramatic, very tightly packed with lovely petals. Large double bomb blooms are prolific and want support to look their best.
34” tall, 40” wide, semi-double, early
May I bring some Hawaiian coral color into your garden? Though my color is not under water, my coral color flourishes.
42” tall, 46” wide, huge single, mid
A truly stunning presence in the garden! Enormous, deep scarlet red blooms held aloft on tall stems command attention (and a little support).
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32” tall, 40” wide, semi-double, early
Vibrant, raspberry-colored blooms hold their intensity regardless of the weather. Bright yellow gold centers are cupped by semi-double petals. Sturdy stems and wonderful cut flower.
34” tall, 40” wide, bomb double, early
Fabulous double bomb blooms can reach the size of a small soccer ball. Support is definitely needed in the field, but not in a vase!
34” tall, 40” wide, bomb double, early
Last year’s second-most popular red peony. Intense wine-colored petals in dense formation are lush and memorable. Attractive, hedge-like foliage. This year’s number one?
24” tall, 32” wide, single, early to mid
Saunders’s collector alert! Very rare and only a few to share so order early!
24” tall, 36” wide, semi-double to double, early to mid
How could we ask for more after seeing this Roger Anderson seedling? Be patient as the ‘blooms’ take some time to fully open. Of course, now, it’s time to open up your pocket book!
30” tall, 40” wide, semi-double, mid
Though hybridizing is not an official contest, this seedling certainly does not have an equal in the world. Perhaps the ultimate prize is growing this in your garden!
30” tall, 40” wide, double, late
This extraordinary centenarian classic flourishes in the gardens of collectors of fine peonies. Now these large, rose-scented blooms are available to you!
32” tall, 38” wide, double, early
My original stock came from Canada. Here in the US, I am actually called ‘Rose Heart’. The heart of the matter though is I’m a lovely double pink too!
28” tall, 38” wide, single, early
Upright, strong, and reputable truly defines my class of very early peonies. Veins of rose flow through my aristocratic petals.
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34” high, 48” wide, double, mid
Our most fragrant peony, with a rose scent that permeates the garden but doesn’t overpower, and a sweet, blush-pink petal. Delightful in arrangements and bouquets.
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36” tall, 50” wide, single, early
Creamy peach-colored blooms on sturdy stems arrive in early spring, and stately foliage sets off other border plants for the rest of the season.
36” tall, 42” wide, double, early to mid
Richly layered color in a whopper of a gorgeous bloom, packed with petals. Support the giant blooms, and enjoy the light green foliage.
28” tall, 36” wide, single to semi-double, early
Gardeners’ dreams are made of my salmon colored blooms. Hybridizers also dream, but once they see my offspring, they have a hard time sleeping from their excitement!
36” tall, 48” wide, double, late
Meet the number one cut flower in all the world. Its large, fragrant double blooms of pastel pink have been beloved for more than 100 years.
34” tall, 38” wide, Japanese, mid to late
This Japanese bloom type can be as luxuriant as a double. Depending on the growing year and climate, blooms can approach a true lavender shade.
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26” tall, 36” wide, single, very early
The Bible verses of Isaiah 6:2, 3, 6 and 7 refer to angelic beings ministering to the King. Perhaps Saunders meant the same for me in your garden.
34” tall, 42” wide, single, early
I blush at the start of my song, but as it progresses I open up to a white encore. The best time to see me is the early bloom time. Let me entertain you!
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38” tall, 48” wide, single, very early
I am definitely not small in stature! My apple-blossom-pink blooms stand tall and strong very early in the season. My presence is a stunning way to usher in Spring.
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30” tall, 38” wide, double, mid
This Roger Anderson hybrid is new, rare, and our most-requested herbaceous hybrid. Double red blooms can be 8 inches wide. Stems are exceptionally sturdy
24” tall, 44” wide, single, early
This early bloomer is heavily ruffled and pretty as a party dress, with large blooms of 8-10 inches wide, visible from a distance. Strong stems.
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34” tall, 38” wide, single, early
If you catch me out of the corner of your eye, you will notice a sunny glow. But give me some UV protection in the afternoon.
30” tall, 38” wide, double, early
No apologies here…my blooms are HUGE! Double my support to keep me upright. Yes, my blooms can be that large. Smell me, and I am yours forever!
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34” tall, 40” wide, Japanese, late
Sun, wind and rain will not harm me. Sure, you can cut my blooms with a sword, or preferably a scissors. Either way, I’m available for the next dance.
38” tall, 48” wide, Japanese, mid
I love to stand up and stand out in a crowd, especially if there are numbers of me planted in a group. Visitors at Peony Field Days swoon over me!
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34” tall, 44” wide, double, mid to late
Nearly transparent pink petals are textured with tiny flecks of rose, adding depth and dimension to this beloved fragrant cut flower. Strong stems.
38” tall, 54” wide, double, mid
Wow! Unabashed, non-fading, vividly deep red petals that run to downright eggplant-colored intensity and contrasts with an electric yellow center. A favorite of cut flower buyers.
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30” tall, 40” wide, semi-double, mid
If you like one 8” white, flat bloom per straight and strong stem, pick me! I will grace your vase and garden with my light fragrance and floriferous performance.
54” tall, 48” wide, single, early
A very tall Saunders variety with small, distinctive blooms of delicately ruffled single petals. Plant against a wall or fence for maximum impact.
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30” tall, 38” wide, double, mid
Our absolute favorite ivory white peony in a vase. Not a touch of yellow or a blush of pink, just glorious white and a lovely fragrance.
38” tall, 46” wide, single, early
Looking for a unique Saunders early bloomer? I tend to be quite tall and offer large single blooms. Quite showy too! Support is requested.
40” tall, 58” wide, single, early
This massive peony on tall stems produces early spring blooms of white that contrast beautifully with dark green foliage. A top pick for landscape appeal.
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24” tall, 34” wide, single, early to mid
Awake, oh my soul, awake. As the sun reaches high above the horizon, our gardens are awakening to a noticeable difference. A Roger Anderson’s exclusive yellow seedling.
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36” tall, 48” wide, Japanese, mid
My father, Scarlet Tanager, would like to introduce me to you as one of his children. He describes me as a portrait that was recently painted on a canvas.
24” tall, 36” wide, semi-double to double, mid
Creation has its benefits especially when you are one of Roger Anderson’s exclusive yellow seedlings. Oh, and my fragrance is to die for, but please stay alive to smell and see me!
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20” tall, 32” wide, single-semi double, mid
My cup runneth over with beauty, strength and fragrance. Not to be arrogant but I am certainly blessed to be one of Roger Anderson’s exclusive yellow seedlings.
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32” tall, 44” wide, semi-double, mid
Since our design certainly fulfills a purpose in life, Roger Anderson certainly had a purpose in this exclusive yellow peony seedling design.
26” tall, 38” wide, single, early to mid
Sometimes we can appreciate an event now like these honey bees can attest to; however, a few years down the road will be another event when my offspring appear.
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24” tall, 34” wide, double, mid
The glory of this Roger Anderson’s exclusive yellow peony seedling goes far beyond good works. The manifestation in your garden will certainly be perceived.
28” tall, 38” wide, single, mid
Can honey bees and this Roger Anderson exclusive yellow seedling live in harmony together? The answer is most certainly, yes. No conflicts here!
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28” tall, 40” wide, single, early to mid
Home is definitely where your heart is. Here in my home I welcome all honey bees and would like to be so bold and ask you if I may also be part of your home?
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26” tall, 38” wide, single, early to mid
Light is consistently that, light. No darkness here especially when the sun is shining brightly. A Roger Anderson’s exclusive yellow seedling.
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30” tall, 44” wide, semi-double, mid
Artist drool over my distinct hues of color that can only be presented in real life. Perhaps there is an artist willing to try? A very special Roger Anderson exclusive yellow seedling.
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26” tall, 38” wide, semi-double, early to mid
Not to be outdone by all the yellow’s this year, my bright pink petals laced with soft white streaks are sure to stop all gardeners, artists and photographers in their tracks.
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32” tall, 46” wide, single, early
My mother has no registered name but she is called ‘Walz 16340F3’. My father was a child of Roselette and together I was named and registered Wonderous Ruffles.
30” tall, 44” wide, double, early to mid
My steady radiance is sure to please. Though you cannot see my fragrance, that too will radiate my love to you. An exclusive yellow seedling by Roger Anderson.
28” tall, 38” wide, semi-double, early to mid
Though you cannot hear me, you will see me and what joy I bring you in your garden. Although, you will sing for joy, with my fragrance. Roger Anderson exclusive yellow seedling.
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28” tall, 42” wide, double, mid
I don’t mean to stand out in your garden, but hey, when you got it, you definitely can! Whether its sight or smell, I got it! A Roger Anderson’s exclusive yellow seedling.
28” tall, 40” wide, semi-double to double, early to mid
My spirit is able to withstand wind and my breath will lift your spirit as well. With my early to mid-bloom time, Roger Anderson’s exclusive yellow seedling is willing.
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26” tall, 38” wide, semi-double to double, early to mid
Are you sure I wasn’t created on the 4th day versus the 3rd day? I do know that being a Roger Anderson’s exclusive yellow seedling, I will shine for you any day in bloom.
28” tall, 38” wide, semi-double, early to mid
How can you top spectacular foliage? With a stunning hot pink flower that has a top within a top! This peony will surely keep you spinning during its early to mid-bloom time.
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30” tall, 42” wide, single, mid
The revelation of my appearance may supernaturally affect your sight and smell while awake, but may also affect your dreams while sleeping.
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24” tall, 34” wide, semi-double, mid
I know I’m not supposed to boast about my works, but in my case, I am not ashamed to boast that I am another one of Roger Anderson’s exclusive yellow seedlings!
24” tall, 36” wide, semi-double to double, mid
Last, but not by no means least! Perhaps you will choose me first in your garden as the final Roger Anderson’s exclusive yellow seedling. Amen to that!