Mailing Address/Office:
Hidden Springs Flower Farm
PO Box 602
18581 County Road 4
Spring Grove, MN 55974

Saunder's Peonies

Perhaps no other Peony breeder has inspired others to grow and hybridize peonies than Professor A.P. Saunders. His hybrid creations are avidly sought after for their unique beauty and qualities. These rare and historical varieties often sell out quickly. We have one of the largest offerings of his peonies in the US. They don't make standard 3-5 eye divisions so they are rarely propagated by commercial growers but I love them so offer them to collectors here.

Peony Requiem SAUNDERS HYBRID  (Saunders 1941) Peony Requiem This opaque cream white single hybrid from Dr. Saunders is held on strong 37” stems. The broad leaves show its macrophylla heritage. The red pistils add a spark of color in the center of the flower. Week 4 bloom date rating. Plant in full sun. $24.99 [Add to cart for fall 2021 shipping.]

Peony Edward F. Steichen LIMITED Rare Saunders SOLD OUTHybrid  (Saunders 1941) Peony Edward Steichen a semi-double vivid red Saunders' hybrid,large handsome flowers, lasts well, spreading habit, finest of this strain. Early 30" tall. Has produced an occasional seed which is rare for some of these Saunders hybrids. Foliage is a chartreuse color when first emerging adding to it's garden interest. Plant in full sun in well drained soil. Week 3 bloom date rating. $0.00 [Sold Out.]

Peony Earlybird Rare Saunder's Fernleaf Hybrid SOLD OUT  (Saunders 1939) Peony Early Bird is a darling dwarf plant, abundant, single bright crimson flowers above fern leaf foliage. A rare hybrid between the fern leaf peony P. tenuifolia and P. veitchii woodwardii, very early, usually blooming before the fern-leaf peony and right at the same time as the flowering crab apples. 20". Plant in full sun and well drained soil. Week 1 bloom date rating. $0.00 [Sold Out.]

Peony Claudia Rare Saunders Hybrid  (Saunders 1944) Peony Claudia is one of Saunders vigorous pink hybrids with large broad petals and strong growth habit with 30 to 36 inch stems that hold the flowers perfectly above the foliage. Week 4 bloom date rating. $28.99 [Add to cart for fall 2021 shipping.]

Peony Alexander Woollcott RARE Saunders Hybrid  (Saunders 1941) Peony Alexander Woollcott an early blooming hybrid has a semi-double glossy, crimson red flower that is a bright cardinal red. The flowers are held on 24 - 30" stems with dark glossy green foliage and hold the cup shaped flowers upright. Unlike other hybrids of this type the vivid color does not fade until petal fall. A cross between Marie Jacquin and P. peregrina (lobata)it is one of the famous hybrids of Dr. Saunders. The garden display created when in bloom is incredible. If I was limited to only 10 peonies this one would be included in that special group. Week 4 bloom date rating. $50.00 [Add to cart for fall 2021 shipping.]

Peony Athena FRAGRANT SOLD OUT  (Saunders 1949) Peony Athena is a fragrant, splash patterned, early blooming single, apricot buff with rosy pink flares inside each petal. The strong 30" stems grow quickly in the spring and the flower has a pleasant,light fragrance. This is one of Professor Saunders' Quad hybrids involving 4 different peony species in its background. The foliage stays healthy all season. Plant in full sun. Week 2 bloom date rating. Stunning planted with a background of Bleeding Hearts or Virginia Bluebells in the garden. $0.00 [Sold Out.]

Peony Red Red Rose FRAGRANT  (Saunders 1942) Peony Red Red Rose is one of Saunders best, a single to semi-double bright red hybrid with blooms that are cup shaped and held neatly above glossy foliage on sturdy 30” upright stems. The color of this one is outstanding, a clear red. Early mid-season bloom. Plant in full sun in a well drained soil. Week 4 bloom date rating. $26.99 [Add to cart for fall 2021 shipping.]