Peonies with provenance Klehm - Song Sparrow Farm & Nursery
Klehm - Song Sparrow Farm & Nursery
Where do our peony varieties come from?
Many years ago, Roy Klehm invited me to the nursery and peony fields. Visiting Roy’s garden, I had my first and unforgettable encounter with Daphnis’ tree peonies which made me realize there was much more to come. A generous flow of information, hints and tips continued at the nurseries. He gave me his field book and I was ready to roam the peony fields. They even cleaned the red truck for me, talking about a royal welcome!
It was a wonderful time trying to take pictures and notes on what I remember were very windy, cold but sunny days. The cold had postponed the season. But the early flowering herbaceous hybrids; my colorful faves; and tree peonies were in flower. Returning to the office several times for a coffee my nose was always covered in pollen. Not to hybridize peonies, but to find scent! José Velazquez was always around to answer my never-ending stream of questions and it turned into a friendship, which unfortunately was too way short.
Roy Klehm
The Klehm Family - A bit of history
A leap of faith!
Breeding and propagating peonies
As the years passed the peony collection became very impressive and with the knowledge and varieties at hand breeding new varieties was the next logical step. The first peonies were registered in 1951 by Carl Klehm, son of Charles. This seems a long time off, but breeding a new variety for distribution can take between 10 to 30 years. Many lovely and innovative varieties followed. Carl was in charge of the nursery, until the reign was transferred to Roy and Sarah Klehm.
Peonies and more
A lasting legacy
Peony Abalone Pink
- New
Peony Coral Magic tm
Peony Soft Salmon Joy
Peony Hermione
Peony Zuzu
Peony Ivory Atlas
Peony White Imp
Peony Nancy Nora
Peony Burma Joy
Peony Myrtle Gentry
Peony Blitz Tort
Peony Raspberry Charm
Peony Fairy Princess
Peony Daisy Coronet
- New
Peony Ivory Inspirations
- This variety is not available.
Peony Ma Petite Cherie
- This variety is not available.
Peony Little Darlin'
- This variety is not available.
- This variety is not available.
Peony Circus Circus
- This variety is not available.
Peony Rooster Reveille
- This variety is not available.
Peony Bev
- This variety is not available.
Peony Super Gal !
- This variety is not available.