Paeonia lact. 'Duchesse de Nemours' sits within the Paeoniaceae family as a cultivar of the lactiflora group. As a flowering perennial it performs its main display in May to June, when the stems carry the season’s blooms. The plant’s growth habit means it contributes a concentrated burst of late-spring interest rather than season-long colour. Plant with the crown close to soil level and choose a site with good drainage; avoid waterlogged positions. A sunny or lightly sheltered aspect helps flowers open well, while established roots prefer not to be moved, so select a permanent position. Mulch over winter to protect roots and lift any weak, long stems with simple supports during the flowering period if required. Paeonia lact. 'Duchesse de Nemours' suits the front to middle of a mixed border, a perennial bed dedicated to cut flowers, or grouped for a focused spring display. Leave foliage in place after flowering until it dies back naturally so the plant can rebuild reserves for the following season. Expect a few seasons for a young plant to fully establish; keeping the crown undisturbed will encourage reliable May–June flowering in subsequent years.

Paeonia lact. 'Duchesse de Nemours' is a lactiflora peony in the family Paeoniaceae. It produces seasonal blooms in May to June. The cultivar is grown for its spring flowering and is suited to mixed borders and cutting beds. Allow established plants to remain undisturbed for the best flowering in subsequent years.

Paeonia lact. 'Duchesse de Nemours' flowers in May to June and performs well in sunny, well-drained borders and cutting beds.

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