Swenson Gardens
We are pleased to announce that our new intersectional hybrid (Itoh hybrid) and herbaceous peonies are now available. In 2013, we purchased Roger F. Anderson’s last generation of seedlings and are excited to share the results of his 45+ years of hybridizing with you. Roger is known around the world for his intersectionals and herbaceous peony originations and you will not find these one-of-a-kind varieties anywhere else!
Lake Minnetonka, named mni tanka by the Dakota Sioux, lies just west of Minneapolis and has great spiritual and historic significance to Minnesotans. This is where early winter-hardy apples were developed, maple syrup is harvested, and vacation hotels and streetcar boats flourished. The lake is made up of many bays, has 125 miles of shoreline, and the community of Minnetonka is home to many state leaders, celebrities, and artists. We honor its horticultural and artistic heritage with three new varieties.
24” tall, 42” wide, single, mid
Minnetonka is filled with natural beauty and remarkable private gardens. Our new “berry” has raspberry blooms with delicately crinkled petals, buttery yellow stamens, and spectacular foliage.
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26” tall, 46” wide, semi-double, mid
Sky-blue waters under fluffy clouds is the classic Lake Minnetonka view. True-white petals billow around blushing pink flares with gossamer, creamy stamens.
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34” tall, 50” wide, single, early to mid
In the gardens reaching down to Lake Minnetonka shores, nothing sets off vivid aqua waters better than shameless, unabashedly luxurious pink. Long, lush golden stamens.
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30” tall, 48” wide, semi-double, mid
Sunsets on Lake Minnetonka are best viewed from a boat and evoked in the garden. Exquisite peach and apricot petals around delicate, wispy stamens. Splendid foliage.
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30” tall, 48” wide, semi-double, mid
Post-Civil War, elegant hotels on Lake Minnetonka filled their lobbies with the perfume of blooms like our light-hearted pink petals with reddish flares and pale yellow stamens. Wonderful foliage.
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24” tall, 42” wide, single to semi-double, mid
Rich, fierce, and velvety, this russet beauty touched with gold recalls the late 1800s Lake Minnetonka era of claret-hued gowns and elegant baubles.
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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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36” tall, 54” wide, single, mid
Broad-leaved, intriguing foliage is dramatic in its own right. Add soft apricot and pink candy petals and the impact is spectacular.
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34” tall, 50” wide, single to semi-double, mid
Purple color and glossy foliage unlike any other intersectional! If you saw me at Peony Field Days, here’s your chance to bring me home!
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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!
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!