Peony 'Duchesse de Nemours'

Description

Paeonia lactiflora 'Duchesse de Nemours' The outer petals are inverted to form a bowl containing a compact flower with dense petaloids. This free-flowering variety has glossy green leaves and several side buds that extend the flowering period.

This is one of the most widely grown cut flowers in the professional sector and a few flowers will fill a room with its very special perfume.

A plant support is required in the garden due to the slender stems.

Registered in 1856.

Product Details

Originator Calot Jacques

Properties

Colour palette: White & blush
Flowering period: From week 4 | Mid
Flower form: Double
Plant size: d| ↕︎ up to 90 cm | ↔︎ up to 90 cm
Fragrance: Intensely fragrant
Flower bud(s): One main flower bud and plenty of sidebuds
Award(s): Award of Garden Merit 👑 Royal Horticultural Society
Ideal for: The cutting garden
Position & soil: Sunny and airy - soil well worked and not soggy
Hardiness: Fully hardy -20ºC or depending on snow cover