Paeonia lactiflora 'Madame Edouard Doriat'

(1924) Fragrant, ball-shaped white flowers, sometimes with a few red spots in the centre. As the flower opens, the centre turns creamy white due to the stamens. Profuse blooms thanks to the many side buds. Sturdy flower stems of approx. 90 cm. Blooms from late May.

After years of experience in the Netherlands, our grower has put together a TOP selection of the most beautiful and successful peonies.

They grow in all types of soil:
In clay, growth is trouble-free; do not over-fertilise and ensure good drainage.
In sandy soil, the plants remain somewhat smaller; sufficient fertilising keeps the plant in good condition.
In peat soil, growth is generally good, but the plants will need to be transplanted or replaced slightly earlier.

Plant peonies in a sunny spot. Plant them (immediately upon arrival) so shallowly that only a few cm of soil covers the crown, pressing the soil down first.
We supply bare roots; each plant has been growing for 4–5 years, so the chance of early flowering is high! Some varieties grow into their intended (double) form as they get older. Colours may vary slightly from year to year and depend on the previous winter’s cold. Because we have to wait for the plants to die back naturally, the bare roots will be AVAILABLE FROM OCTOBER AT THE EARLIEST.

Names:
Latin: Paeonia lactiflora
Dutch: Pioenroos
English: Peony