Peonies: The Imperial Flower

Peonies are spectacularly beautiful, easy to grow and have a long, romantic history as garden plants in countries as diverse as China, Japan, Britain, France and the United States. This book not only relates that rich history but also provides all the practical information required by growers.

Comprehensive charts show the size, flower shape and colour, and the best varieties for planting and cutting. There are plans for special peony features together with beautiful photographs of peonies in a variety of garden situations.