Duchesse De Nemours Peony

Duchesse De Nemours Peony

Duchesse De Nemours Peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Duchesse De Nemours') is a timeless garden favorite known for its luxurious, double white blooms and rich, sweet fragrance. This heirloom variety dates back to the mid-1800s and continues to enchant gardeners with its elegant, ruffled petals and soft lemony-yellow centers. Blooming in late spring to early summer, Duchesse De Nemours is perfect for cutting gardens, borders, and classic perennial beds where it adds a touch of old-world charm and refinement.

Growing 2 to 3 feet tall and wide, this herbaceous peony features strong, upright stems that hold the large blossoms aloft, making it ideal for fresh floral arrangements. The glossy, dark green foliage remains attractive long after the blooms fade, offering lasting interest in the landscape. Hardy in USDA zones 3–8, Duchesse De Nemours Peony thrives in full sun to light shade and prefers rich, well-drained soil. With minimal maintenance and a long lifespan, it’s a reliable perennial that returns year after year with even more abundant blooms.

In the landscape, Duchesse De Nemours Peony pairs beautifully with roses, irises, salvia, and early summer-blooming perennials. It’s deer-resistant and drought-tolerant once established, making it as practical as it is beautiful. Whether you're designing a formal garden, enhancing your cottage border, or adding fragrance to a walkway, this peony’s classic white blooms and lush form bring unmatched grace and sophistication to any garden setting.