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
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: Yes
Berries:
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
Geographical Origin: