American Meadows Duchesse de Nemours Peony
Best choice for gardeners seeking fragrant, low-maintenance, and deer-resistant floral displays.
These pure white, fragrant blooms bring an undeniable regal elegance to any garden without the constant headache of pest maintenance. While they require a bit of patience to establish, their cold-hardy resilience and status as an award-winning perennial make them a permanent, low-effort staple for your landscape.
$14.99
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American Meadows, Inc
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking timeless, elegant floral displays
- Florists wanting fragrant blooms for indoor arrangements
- Homeowners looking for low-maintenance, long-term garden investments
Who should skip it
- Gardeners preferring low-maintenance plants without staking requirements
- Impatient gardeners wanting immediate, full-scale floral results
- Residents in humid climates prone to fungal plant diseases
Performance breakdown
Bloom Aesthetics
Pure white double blooms offer a timeless, high-end garden focal point.
Pest Resilience
Natural deer and rabbit resistance minimizes the need for protective barriers.
Climate Adaptability
Hardy across zones three through eight for reliable seasonal performance.
Fragrance Profile
Delicate, mild scent enhances garden spaces without being overly perfumed.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy stems and elegant form make these ideal for indoor arrangements.
Pollinator Appeal
Reliably attracts butterflies to brighten up your outdoor living space.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Paeonia lactiflora Duchesse de Nemours
Mature Height
30-36 inches
Mature Spread
30-36 inches
Bloom Time
Late spring to early summer
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Soil Moisture
Average
Hardiness Zones
Zone 3 through Zone 8
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
Deer Resistance
Deer Resistant
Fragrance Level
Mildly Fragrant
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