There are many varieties of peonies . "Duchesse de Nemours" (Duchesse De Nemours) is considered the most popular among the classic varieties. Let's get acquainted with the peculiarities of this variety and find out how these flowers look and how they should be grown.
Description of the pions variety "Duches de Nemours"
First of all, it should be noted that the Peony variety "Duches de Nemours" refers to the medium late. It is a herbaceous perennial with powerful roots. Its terry flowers have a large diameter (15-20 cm) compared to other varieties and a beautiful shade that changes from white with a greenish tint to pearl white. Blossoms "Dushes" on average from 10 to 20 days.
In addition, "Duches de Nemours" refers to the sorts of pions that have the strongest flavor - sweet, reminiscent of the lily of the valley. Peonies of this variety look great both in group plantings and in solitary ones. They long stand in the cut and are often used for combined bouquets. The same bush of this peony, spreading and dense, reaches 1 m in height and differs abundant flowering. In addition, it grows quite rapidly. His delicate dark green leaves by autumn become scarlet, which gives the "Duchesse de Nemours" variety special decorativeness.
Growing pions "Duches de Nemours"
This variety is unpretentious to the soil, frost-hardy, does not require special care. Fertilize bushes is permissible every few years, but the best is to grow peonies in a soil rich in nutrients. But Duches does not like dense soils. It should also be said about the resistance of this variety to diseases - along with a beautiful appearance this is one of its obvious advantages.
To place a flower bed with peonies follows in a sunny and warm place. Propagate the peonies Duchesse De Nemours usually by dividing the rhizome. Varietal signs appear 2-3 years after transplantation.