Peonies (Firefly Gardener's Guide) [Paperback]

Pamela McGeorge (Author), Russell McGeorge (Photographer)

Book Description

Series: Firefly Gardener's Guide | Publication Date: September 12, 2006

A richly illustrated guide to growing a most satisfying perennial, the peony.

The dazzling peony with its generous blooms is revered and treasured in North America as it has been for centuries in its country of origin, China. Peonies is a comprehensive guide to selecting and growing the best species and hybrids for every region and garden condition.

In an easy-to-use format, this informative and practical reference book has dozens of color photographs and features chapters on:

• Genus Paeonia and the modern hybrids
• Ornamental and herbaceous peonies
• Tree peonies, the "king of flowers"
• Cultivation and propagation techniques
• Fertilizers, preferred soil composition, watering and over-wintering
• Remedies for pests, diseases and disorders
• Landscaping recommendations with peonies
• Displaying peonies indoors
• The origin and history of peonies.

There is also a valuable appendix of selected varieties and a listing of associations and suppliers.

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Editorial Reviews

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Delicious tidbits abound ... packed with historical and scientific detail.... If you're into peonies, this is the book for you. (Mary Jane Smetanka Star Tribune (Minneapolis) 20070530)

Not only [a] useful reference guide but also looks gorgeous on a coffee table book. (Margot Austin Style at Home 200706)

Easy-to-use format and practical advice. (Rachael Green American Reference Books Annual 2007)

144 pages of pure delight. You will not put this one down. (Ian Munt The Sudbury Star 20070710)

A comprehensive overview of the peony. (Brenda Ruzycki Edmonton Sun 20070715)

Old-fashioned, romantic, and winter-hardy, peonies get the full treatment here with enticing photos and accessible cultural advice. (Eboni A. Francis Library Journal 200712)

An informative and interesting guide on planting, growing and caring for peonies... delves into the history and the botany. (Jessica Damiano Melville Newsday 200609)

Excellent overview... geared to a North American audience, paying full mind to appropriate planting zones... enticing photographs... a lovely offering. (Margaret Heilbrun Library Journal 20061208)

For gardeners who want to learn how to choose the best peony varieties and how to care for them. (Michigan Gardener 20061118)

A comprehensive overview... photographs provide a guide for gardeners. (Suzanne Hively Cleveland Plain Dealer 20090405)

A fairly good introduction for the uninitiated, this book clears up questions about peony species, care, propagation and problems. (Mary Fran McQuade Beach Metro Community News )

Another worthy addition to any gardener's library ... Lavishly illustrated and comprehensive. (Steve Whysall Vancouver Sun )

Peonies are surely among the most glorious of flowers... The book is superbly illustrated. (Ken Smith London Free Press )

If you're a peony lover like me, you'll enjoy Peonies by Pamela McGeorge. It's beautiful, informative and practical. (Sara Busse Charleston Gazette )

About the Author

Pamela McGeorge is the author of three previous titles for Firefly Books, for which Russell McGeorge was the photographer: Carnations and Pinks, Lilies and Irises.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Firefly Books (September 12, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1554071682
• ISBN-13: 978-1554071685
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 7.9 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #909,904 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Recommended for any gardening library., September 2, 2007

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This review is from: Peonies (Firefly Gardener's Guide) (Paperback)

Russell McGeorge's PEONIES is a bright, beautiful volume for gardeners who want to focus on the flower. History blends with practical gardening tips on how to grow a variety of peonies, from herbaceous varieties to tree peonies, along with details on how they can blend into an existing landscape or garden. Care directions cover everything from planting to dividing, moving, and troubleshooting common problems. Recommended for any gardening library.

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Peony Book, February 23, 2011

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This review is from: Peonies (Firefly Gardener's Guide) (Paperback)

This is the my favorite peony book.
It's affordable. It has amazing color pictures, more than you could ever ask for.
The text is clear, readable and informative.
And yes, its a Firefly book, a publisher of great gardening books.
Thank you for making me happy.

4.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully illustrated, November 29, 2010

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This review is from: Peonies (Firefly Gardener's Guide) (Paperback)

Compared to my favourite book on peonies by Alan Rogers, this book does not contain the detailed information on topics such as propagation, etc. that I am looking for. However, it is a beautiful and interesting book that I have read many times. I will continue to use it as a source of information and inspiration.