Welcome to the Minnesota Peony Society!
MPS is a regional peony society in Minnesota whose mission is to promote interest and appreciation on the growing of peonies, with educational programs and events as appropriate to members and to the public.
MPS invites you to explore our online information on Peony Culture and News and Events. All are welcome to become members which includes newsletter subscription and special member events.
Latest News!
Fall Root Auction
Sunday, September 28, 2025
Bachman’s Heritage Room
Bachman’s on Lyndale
6010 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
10:45 am: Registration/Social
11:10 am: Special Early Bird Drawing, Name the Peony Show Contest*
11:15 am: How to Divide Peonies – a demonstration with Scott Parker, WPS President
12:15 pm: MPS Membership meeting
12:45 pm: Break | Cut off to obtain bid number
1:00 pm: Peony Root Auction
Check out the current list of auction items in the following link:
2025 MPS Auction List
Only a few days away till the auction. The link above lists the named peonies that will be available. The selection looks great this year. Don’t miss it! This may be your last chance to acquire new peonies for your garden this year.
The peony roots are donated by growers from around the country as well as MPS members. We have almost 80 items up for bid and members, don’t forget, there will be peony roots for door prizes! During the auction, a photo of the flower and its description is displayed on screen
All proceeds go to the Minnesota Peony Society to support functions and educational programs. Get your wish list in order and hone your bidding skills for the Minnesota Peony Society Auction. In the Spring Seasons to follow, you will have many hours admiring the beautiful blooms from the plants purchased at the auction.
The event is free and open to the public. Cash, checks and CCs are accepted.