Paeonia 'Duchesse de Nemours'

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'Duchesse de Nemours', often admired for its white, green colouring, is a bare root variety especially well suited to borders.

Immaculate and beautifully scented, Paeonia lactiflora ‘Duchesse de Nemours’ is one of the most esteemed herbaceous peonies—cherished for its refined, fully double white blooms and rich, dark green divided foliage. It brings quiet grandeur to borders and makes a splendidly luxurious cut flower.

Plant in a sheltered position in full sun or partial shade, in soil that is moist yet well-drained. As the generous flowers open, stems may benefit from discreet support for a perfectly poised display.

Botanical name Paeonia lactiflora 'Duchesse de Nemours'
Flower colour White, Green
Established height 0.5–1 m
Established spread 0.5–1 m
Leaf colour Dark green
Life cycle Perennial
Hardiness Fully Hardy
Sunlight Full-Sun, Partial Sun
Position Sheltered
Suitable for Borders, Cut Flowers
Soil moisture Well-drained

Where to Plant:

Paeonia lactiflora 'Duchesse de Nemours' needs full-sun, partial sun and a warm, sheltered position for the best flowering. Plant into fertile, humus-rich soil that drains well, and choose a spot protected from strong winds, especially for taller varieties.

How to Plant:

Plant bare root from January to December once conditions are suitable. Set them at the correct depth for the variety, spacing the recommended spacing for the variety apart where relevant, then firm in gently and water well after planting.

Aftercare:

Water regularly in dry weather and feed every two to three weeks once buds appear. Stake taller stems early and deadhead to keep plants flowering. After flowering, allow foliage to die back naturally before lifting or protecting bare root according to local conditions.

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Key Features

Packed in paper

Packed peat-free

Great for Shade

Fragrant

Good for cutting

Paeonia 'Duchesse de Nemours' - Harding & Bloom

Paeonia 'Duchesse de Nemours'

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