Paeonia lactiflora 'Duchesse de Nemours'

Also Known As

Paeonia 'Duchesse de Nemours'
Duchesse de Nemours Peony
Duchesse de Peony

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

3a-8b

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Paeonia lactiflora 'Duchesse de Nemours' plant details

Paeonia lactiflora 'Duchesse de Nemours' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer white and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Paeonia lactiflora 'Duchesse de Nemours'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: paeoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: white and yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: award-winning, border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, fragrant, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Paeonia lactiflora 'Duchesse de Nemours'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Peony Duchesse de Nemours was introduced in 1856; its loose, double flowers are perfect for cutting and its fragrance, likened to that of lily of the valley, made it a huge hit then. The Duchesse is still popular. A vigorous variety, a long bloomer with lots of side buds and a beauty. Oh, and a bargain. (Think 50+ years of fabulous spring flowers.)

By: Leafari

Its rich fragrance and exquisite beauty have made this French icon a favorite for over 150 years. Opening as "creamy chalices" (Harding, 1917) glowing with gold, its abundant flowers develop into absolutely perfect white cumulus clouds. RHS AGM winner, strong stems, 3-5 eye roots, 34-38" mid-season, zones 3-7b(8bWC)