Duchesse de Nemours Peony: descriptoion and Planting steps

                   

                      Duchesse de Nemours Peony

In cultivation for over 150 years, ‘Duchesse de Nemours’ Peony will add a timeless elegance to the garden's border. Pure white double blooms with a hint of gold at the center and a sweet fragrance to a garden setting.
This is the plant of 30-36" tall  and 30-36" wide with glossy green oval-lance shaped leaves. The flowers are white in colour  Plant in compost enriched well-drained soil in full sun or light shade and provide medium moisture. They are cold-hardy and butterflies love them.

Common Name: Peony Duchesse de Nemours

Botanical Name : Paeonia lactiflora Duchesse de Nemours

Mature Height : 30-36" tall

Flower Color : White

Foliage Color : Green

Foliage :

Light Requirements : Full Sun

Soil Type : Loamy Soil,Well Draining

Advantages : Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Easy to Grow, Fragrant, Cut Flowers, Great for Mass Plantings

Planting Steps:

Choose a site with well-drained soil and sunny place.

Dig a hole 12" wide and the length of the roots. Add any compost in the bottom of the hole. Plant the roots 1" to 2" below the soil level with the eyes (buds) pointing up. If planting more than one, plant 2-3 feet apart to allow enough space. Do not allow any air pockets, adding pressure to compact the soil.

Once planted, gently give water around the plant. Add a light mulch or chopped leaves to reduce weeds and to regulate soil temperature and moisture. Water every day for 5 days in the morning or evening, unless it rains or there is lots of moisture. Be sure not to over water.