Book  (Jan 2000)  Page(s) 220.  
 
Tempest Herbaceous Peony. Auten 1931. A semi-double red lactiflora

Website/Catalog  (1960)  Page(s) 9.  
 
Red Peonies
Tempest (Auten 1931) One of the best double reds in commerce. Brilliant, clear, dark red. Color is unfading even in the brightest sun. Tall, stiff stems. Very desirable.. $2.50

Website/Catalog  (1957)  Page(s) 7.  
 
Red Doubles, Auten Originations.
Tempest  Generally considered the best dark red peony for color, rich, dark, clear and unfading. Midseason on good stems. Substance extra. When not disbudded, one stem makes a fine bouquet....$2.00

Website/Catalog  (1931)  Page(s) [4].  
 
14 Japanese, 19 Singles, 13 Doubles
A Sensational Offering of New Peonies Originated by Edward Auten, Jr. Princeville, Illinois
Singles. 1931 Introductions.
Tempest—Brilliant dark red semi-double, stamens hidden. Late. Dwarf, stiff stems....$5.00