Sisson's Peony Gardens

Sisson's Peony Gardens
Location 207 N. Main St.
Rosendale, Wisconsin
NRHP Reference # 06001193
Added to NRHP December 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

Peonies along sidewalk in 2014

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.

References

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  1. ↑ "Sisson's Peony Gardens". Landmark Hunter.com. Retrieved 2012-02-16.
  2. ↑ "Sisson's Peony Gardens". Wisconsin Historical Society. Retrieved 2012-02-16.
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