Métis Mystery Peony
The mystery peony discovered at Reford Gardens in Grand - Métis, Quebec was named 'Elsie Reford', after the creator of one of Canada's foremost gardens. After much debate, it was decided that this hybrid was a naturally occurring cross between Paeonia mlokosewitschii and P wittmanniana. The peony was registered with the American Peony Society at a public ceremony on July 1, 2006. A fitting tribute to an exceptional collector.
Read the description of 'Elsie Reford' peony on the American Peony Society Registry.
Note: This article was originally posted on the Canadian Peony Society Blogger Blog on July 2, 2006. As part of a preservation project, these posts are now being republished on the CPS website. All credit belongs to the original author, indicated when this information is available. The photo is a recent addition from the Reford Gardens website.