Peony 'Duchesse de Nemours'
Peony 'Duchesse de Nemours' (1 root), offered by Van Noort
Elegance and fragrance for a royal garden
The 'Duchesse de Nemours' peony is a timeless variety, prized for over 150 years for its sumptuous creamy-white blooms and captivating fragrance. With its large, double flowers of pure white, lightly tinged with pale yellow at the center, this peony brightens the garden from late spring onwards. Ideal for flowerbeds, borders, or containers, it also makes an excellent cut flower , lasting for over a week in a vase.
Variety characteristics
Height : 90 cm (36")
Exposure : Full sun
Water requirements : Medium (moist but well-drained soil)
Hardiness : Zone 2
Deer resistance : High
Ideal soil : Loamy, slightly acidic, well-drained
Flowering period : May to July
Use : Perfect for cut flowers
Planting and cultivation of the 'Duchesse de Nemours' peony
When to plant
March to May for summer flowering.
September-October for a better recovery in the spring.
Where should I plant it
In open ground : Perfect for flowerbeds and borders.
In a pot : Use a deep container (minimum 40 cm).
How to plant
1. Dig a hole 30 cm deep and wide.
2Add compost or well-rotted manure.
3Place the root with the buds 2-3 cm below the soil surface (planting too deep reduces flowering).
4Space the plants 50 cm apart to ensure good air circulation.
5Water thoroughly after planting.
Tip : A well-planted peony can bloom for decades in the same spot!
Care of the 'Duchesse de Nemours' Peony
Watering : Regular during the growth period, but without excess.
Fertilizer : Apply organic fertilizer in spring to boost flowering.
Pruning : Cut off faded flowers and prune back dry foliage in autumn.
Winter protection : A light mulch protects young plants from frost.
Why choose the 'Duchesse de Nemours' peony
Royal bloom : Large double flowers of a brilliant pure white.
Exquisite fragrance : Perfect for scenting the garden and interior.
Exceptional hardiness : Tolerates harsh winters (zone 2).
A perennial and long-lasting plant : A peony can live for more than 50 years !
Low maintenance : Once installed, it requires very little care.
Add a touch of elegance and refinement to your garden with the 'Duchesse de Nemours' Peony!
