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A romantic collection that will be adored for years to come. Large, dreamy blooms sit aloft glossy green foliage in May and June, all with a delightful fragrance that will carry on the breeze. Traditionally thought of as part of a cottage garden, this collection is perfect for growing in any sunny sheltered border or in a container on the patio. Add a few stems to a vase for a stunning display. Thriving in full or partial sun, in moist, well-drained soil. Classed as an RHS H6, hardy herbaceous perennials, growth will die back in the autumn with fresh new growth the following spring. Your collection comprises: lactiflora ‘Duchesse de Nemours’ – Height and spread 80cm. Awarded RHS AGM. Soft, creamy-double white flowers. lactiflora ‘Alertie’ – Height 70cm, spread 50cm. Large blousy double soft pink blooms that darken towards the centre.lactiflora ‘Gertrud Allen’ – Height and spread 90cm. Delicate white petals surround a heart of yellow stamens.
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Key Information
| Included In this Collection | Paeonia Duchesse de Nemours 2 litre pot | Paeonia lactiflora Alertie 2 litre pot | Paeonia lactiflora Gertrud Allen 2 litre pot |
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| Latin Name | Paeonia lactiflora ‘Duchesse de Nemours’ | ||
| Common Name | Peony | ||
| Hardiness | H6 (-15 to -20°C) | ||
| Colour | White | ||
| Type | Perennial | ||
| Format | 2 Litre Pots | ||
| Position | Full-Sun, Part-Shade, Part-Sun | ||
| Foliage | Deciduous | ||
| Height in Maturity (m) | 0.80 | ||
| Spread in Maturity (m) | 0.80 | ||
| AGM | Yes | ||
| Soil Conditions | Chalk Clay Loam Sand | ||
| Soil Acidity | Acid Alkaline Neutral | ||
| Aspect | East-facing, South-facing, West-facing | ||
| Scented | Yes | ||
| Good for pots | Yes | ||
| Good for wildlife | Yes | ||
| Good for pollinators | Yes | ||
| Good for cutting | Yes |
