Paeonia lactiflora ‘Duchesse de Nemours’

Paeonia 'Duchesse de Nemours' is an heirloom peony more than 150 years old with stunning ivory white double flowers.

Paeonia ‘Duchesse de Nemours’ is an heirloom peony introduced in 1856. It has been popular every since. It has stunning ivory white double flowers with a hint of yellow at the centre and a delicious fragrance. The stems are strong and the foliage is rich and robust. Early mid season.

Common Name:  Peony - [Summer B&B Pre-Order]

Family:  Paeoniaceae (The Peony Family)

Zone Hardiness:  3-9

Light:  Full Sun

Height:  2-4'

Width:  2-3'

Primary Bloom Colour:  White/Cream

Secondary Bloom Colour:  Yellow

Class:  Deciduous

Type:  Perennial

Bloom Time:  Spring - Summer

Soil Moisture:  Average

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Fragrance:  Yes

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Benefits:  

Deer Resistant:  Yes

BC Native:  No

Native Habitat:  Dry open stony slopes, riverbanks and sparse woodland edges. Woods and grasslands at elevations of 400 - 2300 metres in China.

Award:  AGM

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