Sisson's Peony Gardens

Sisson's Peony Gardens
Location207 N. Main St.
Rosendale, Wisconsin
Coordinates43°48′34″N 88°40′32″W / 43.80944°N 88.67554°W / 43.80944; -88.67554
NRHP reference No.06001193
Added to NRHPDecember 22, 2006

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

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

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  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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