Peonies

“Neither merely for the home gardener nor strictly for professionals, [this] clearly and astutely written book is for all plant lovers.” I>Booklist

“Besides botanical information there is peony history, lore, people, identification, propagation, hybridizing and cultivation to make this a fascinating book.” I>National Gardener

“His writing is authoritative and scholarly.” I>Pacific Horticulture

“Numerous color photos whet the appetite for a wide range of material; a source for many outstanding cultivars is laid out in an appendix which in and of itself if worth the price of the book.” I>American Rhododendron Society Journal

“The amateur is well served here, but so too is the would-be commercial grower. Rogers offers the equivalent of a full course in every aspect of peony raising, from culture to propagation.” I>Horticulture

“The first comprehensive peony treatise in several decades. . . . Breeders, propagators, and home gardeners alike will enjoy the very readable text. . . . a valuable reference for all peony lovers. Highly recommended.” I>Choice

“An important book for any gardener’s library.” I>American Peony Society Bulletin

“Rogers’ love affair with peonies shows through his book, introducing a new generation to another flower out of our grandmothers’ gardens, guaranteeing perpetuity.” I>Pacific Northwest Gardener

“It combines obvious passion for peonies. . . . with meticulous historical and scientific research.” I>Homeground

“Anyone who loves peonies will be delighted with this new book.” I>Saskatchewan Gardener

“He has packed this book with a wealth of detailed information about these magnificent, old-time favorites, and included an impressive listing of all species and cultivars currently available.”