Rosefield Peony Gardens Catalogue "Superb Peonies"
(1957) Page(s) 4.
Double and Semi-Double Peonies
White, Blush and Yellow Tinted
Laura Kelsey (Kelsey 1941)
Opens a light pink fading to blush with ivory tints at base of petals, some tipped or splashed carmine. Very large bloom on strong stems. Midseason. Each $3.00
American Peony Society Bulletin
(Jun 1948) Page(s) 9.
"A List of Mr. Kelsey's Originations" By W. F. Christman
Light Pink Peonies
Laura Kelsey (Kelsey 1941). This variety was formerly named Myrna Hess and is one of Mr. Kelsey's finest introductions. Mr. Karrels rates it a couple of points higher than Marilla Beauty but I am inclined to think that he will either raise his rating on Marilla Beauty or reduce it slightly on Laura Kelsey. Then too, after I make a more careful comparison, I may change my view. They are very fine originations that any originator could be proud of.
Fully double, midseason, long pointed buds that open out large, fluffy, delicate light pink flowers, fading lighter with ivory tints at base of petals, some tipped and others splashed with crimson. Blooms simply immense, 7½ to 8 inches in diameter. A very charming flower with strong stems.
American Peony Society Bulletin
(Jun 1948) Page(s) 9.
"A List of Mr. Kelsey's Originations" By W. F. Christman
Light Pink Peonies
Dr. O. M. Skinner (Kelsey 1936). Double, medium sized, shell pink. Late midseason. Symmetrical and very lovely.
American Peony Society Bulletin
(Jun 1948) Page(s) 9.
"A List of Mr. Kelsey's Originations" By W. F. Christman
Light Pink Peonies
Willoughby (Kelsey 1935). Very large, flesh-pink double, showing stamens. Faint red edges on some petals. Good stems. Color changes to white with age.
American Peony Society Bulletin
(Jun 1948) Page(s) 9.
"A List of Mr. Kelsey's Originations" By W. F. Christman
Light Pink Peonies
Vesper (Kelsey 1935). Anemone type. Pink guards. Ivory staminodes tinted pink. A striking color combination. Large and showy. Very attractive in the garden.
American Peony Society Bulletin
(Jun 1948) Page(s) 9.
"A List of Mr. Kelsey's Originations" By W. F. Christman
Light Pink Peonies
Tiny Tim (Kelsey 1941). Miniature semi-double light pink. Very interesting due to its small size making it most desirable for arrangements. Flower is formed like the old familiar variety Marie Jacquin. Early, midseason. Bloom ranges in size from 1½ to 3 inches.
American Rose Annual
(1956) Page(s) 254.
SIDNEY PEABODY Fl. (G. De Ruiter; int. Sandy Roses Ltd., ’55). Glory of Rome X unknown seedling. Large, globular, Tyrian-purple bloom, borne in clusters with a slight fragrance. Large, leathery, dark green foliage, very strong and hardy. Very free bloomer.
American Peony Society Bulletin
(Jun 1948) Page(s) 8.
"A List of Mr. Kelsey's Originations" By W. F. Christman
Light Pink Peonies
Rare Carving (Kelsey 1936). Loosely formed, medium pink, semi-double. Large yellow stamens. Tall, strong stems. Originally named Spring Beauty, but Col. L. C. Nicholls had priority to the name.
American Peony Society Bulletin
(Jun 1948) Page(s) 8.
"A List of Mr. Kelsey's Originations" By W. F. Christman
Light Pink Peonies
Pink Lustre (Kelsey 1936). Semi-double flower of light pink. Early. Flowers much the same formation as Marie Jacquin.
American Peony Society Bulletin
(Jun 1948) Page(s) 8.
"A List of Mr. Kelsey's Originations" By W. F. Christman
Light Pink Peonies
Pink Charm (Kelsey 1936). Early, double, soft flesh-pink. Broad outer petals around shorter, twisted and overlapping petals. Fragrant.
