Paeonia ‘Duchesse de Nemours’ – A Timeless, Fragrant White Peony
Paeonia ‘Duchesse de Nemours’ is an exquisite, heirloom peony cherished for its large, fully double, creamy-white blooms that exude a soft, luminous glow. This classic variety, introduced in 1856, remains a favorite among gardeners and florists due to its elegant beauty and intoxicating, sweet fragrance. Blooming in late spring to early summer, its lush green foliage provides season-long interest, making it a perfect addition to perennial borders, cottage gardens, and cutting gardens. With its timeless charm and easy-care nature, ‘Duchesse de Nemours’ is a must-have for any landscape.
Why Grow Paeonia ‘Duchesse de Nemours’?
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Elegant, Pure White Blooms – Large, double flowers open in creamy white with a hint of pale lemon at the center before maturing to a pristine white.
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Heavenly Fragrance – A strong, sweet scent makes this variety a standout for scented gardens and floral arrangements.
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Long-Lived & Low Maintenance – Peonies can thrive for decades with minimal care, becoming more magnificent each year.
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Excellent Cut Flower – The strong stems and stunning flowers make it perfect for bouquets and floral displays.
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Deer & Rabbit Resistant – Naturally unappealing to browsing animals, ensuring reliable performance in the garden.
Where to Site Your Paeonia ‘Duchesse de Nemours’
This peony thrives in full sun to light shade and well-drained, fertile soil. It’s an excellent choice for perennial borders, cottage gardens, and formal garden plantings. ‘Duchesse de Nemours’ pairs beautifully with Lavender, Delphiniums, Roses, and Alliums, creating a harmonious and elegant planting scheme. It also works well alongside darker-colored peonies or foliage plants, offering a striking contrast.
How to Grow and Care for Your Paeonia ‘Duchesse de Nemours’
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Soil – Prefers rich, well-drained soil with added organic matter. Avoid heavy, waterlogged conditions.
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Light – Grows best in full sun but can tolerate partial shade (though flowering may be reduced).
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Watering – Keep soil evenly moist, especially during the growing season, but avoid overwatering.
Maintenance:
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Staking – Large, full blooms may need support to prevent flopping, especially in wet or windy conditions.
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Deadheading – Remove spent flowers to maintain a tidy appearance and encourage plant vigor.
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Pruning – Cut back foliage to ground level in autumn to prevent disease and ensure a strong spring regrowth.
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Dividing – Peonies rarely need division but can be divided in early fall if necessary.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.