Sisson's Peony Gardens

Sisson's Peony Gardens is located in Rosendale, Wisconsin. The site was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2006.[1]

Sisson's Peony Gardens
Location207 N. Main St.
Rosendale, Wisconsin
Coordinates43.80944°N 88.67554°W / 43.80944; -88.67554
NRHP reference No.06001193
Added to NRHPDecember 22, 2006

History

Wilbur Sisson began growing peony plants in his sister's yard after his retirement in 1918.[2] Sisson found success in selling the plants and expanded the gardens. In 2005, the Rosendale Historical Society purchased the site.

Images
  • Peonies along sidewalk in 2014
    Peonies along sidewalk in 2014
  • Yard during 2014 bloom
    Yard during 2014 bloom

References
Wikimedia Commons has media related to Sisson's Peony Gardens.
  1. "Sisson's Peony Gardens". Landmark Hunter.com. Retrieved February 16, 2012.
  2. "Sisson's Peony Gardens". Wisconsin Historical Society. Retrieved February 16, 2012.


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