Pure white double blooms with a hint of yellow at the heart and a powerful lily-of-the-valley fragrance. A heritage favorite since 1856.
The ASPCA lists peony (Paeonia officinalis) as toxic to cats and dogs, and to horses. Eating it can cause vomiting, diarrhoea and listlessness. The ASPCA names that one species, but ours are the same genus, so give them the same caution, and keep a vase of cut stems out of a cat's reach.
- Bloom Season
- May to Jun
- USDA Zones
- 3-8
- Sun
- Full Sun or Part Sun
- Water
- Moderate - regular watering
- Mature Height
- 28-34"
- Bloom Colors
- White
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Paeonia lactiflora 'Duchesse de Nemours' is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Duchesse de Nemours Peony unambiguously. The genus Paeonia places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Duchesse de Nemours Peony, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Paeonia lactiflora 'Duchesse de Nemours' will give you the most precise results.