Duchesse de Nemours
Paeonia lactiflora 'Duchesse de Nemours'
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 36 in apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Eyes 1-2 in below soil level |
| Chilling hours | 400 |
| Life expectancy | 50+ years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2022 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun - Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Rich, fertile, well-draining |
| Soil pH | 6.5-7.0 |
| Zones | 3-8 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Perennial |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Elliptic (Oval tapering ends) |
| Foliage colour | Dark Green |
| Bloom | White with pale yellow center |
| Fruit | Follicle |
| Evergreen | Herbaceous |
Root System
| System | Specialized Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Coarse Roots (> 2 mm) |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Root division |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Butterflies |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Dogs/Cats |
| Edibility | Inedible |
| Companions | Allium, Iris, Roses |
Where it came from
| Grower | Windmill |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Cut back when wilting before fall to about 6"
Maintenance
Provide support for heavy blooms if needed.
Cleanup
Remove dead foliage in fall to prevent botrytis.
Notes
Award-winning heirloom variety introduced in 1856. Excellent cut flower.