Paeonia Monsieur Jules Elie Peony
Best fragrant perennial for gardeners seeking elegant, deer-resistant cut flowers.
Discover the exquisite Paeonia Monsieur Jules Elie Peony, a historic French variety dating back to 1888. This plant boasts impressive bomb-style double flowers in a shimmering rose-pink hue with delicate silvery overtones, accented by golden stamens. Reaching approximately 36 inches tall and wide, its lush blossoms are supported by strong stems, creating a full, upright mound. Highly fragrant and elegant, it's ideal for bouquets, borders, or as a stunning specimen plant. This dependable perennial thrives in full sun to part shade and well-drained soil, offering a luxurious transition from late spring to early summer.
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Price vs Category Average
-21%
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SKU
44559
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking dramatic, fragrant focal points for spring landscapes
- Low-maintenance enthusiasts wanting long-lived, reliable perennial color
- Floral arrangers desiring elegant, sweet-smelling stems for indoor bouquets
Who should skip it
- Busy gardeners wanting plants that stand tall without extra support
- Impatient planters looking for immediate, full-scale floral results
- Landscapers prioritizing a long-lasting, multi-month flowering display
Performance breakdown
Bloom Impact
Bomb-style double flowers provide a dramatic, high-end visual statement.
Fragrance Intensity
Highly aromatic petals fill garden spaces with a classic floral scent.
Hardiness Range
Reliable performance across a broad spectrum of climate zones.
Structural Integrity
Strong stems support heavy blooms without requiring constant staking.
Pest Resistance
Naturally deters deer, minimizing the need for protective garden barriers.
Cut Flower Longevity
Sturdy stems and lush petals make these ideal for indoor arrangements.
Key Specs
SKU
44559
Genus
Paeonia
Species
lactiflora
Variety
Monsieur Jules Elie
Item Form
Bareroot
Bloom Color
Light Pink
Foliage Color
Dark Green
Hardiness Zones
3 - 8
Features
- Historic French peony variety
- Impressive bomb-style double blooms
- Shimmering rose-pink and silver colors
- Highly fragrant flowers
- Deer resistant and long-lived
- Upright growth habit
- Ideal for cut flowers
- Attracts pollinators
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the root stock received, noting the plants are robust and healthy upon arrival. The primary delight centers on the spectacular, reliable performance once established. Gardeners celebrate the huge, fragrant, bomb shaped blooms, confirming the variety's reputation for vigor and stunning color. While peonies require patience, the payoff in reliable, show stopping flowers makes this variety a highly valued garden investment, delivering on its promise of classic beauty and enduring garden structure.
Know before you buy
This peony thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires well-drained, loamy soil. It is hardy in zones 3 through 8 and performs best with moderate, consistent watering.
The Monsieur Jules Elie peony reaches a mature height and width of approximately 3 feet. Its upright, mounded habit makes it a substantial choice for garden borders or as a standalone specimen.
Yes, they are excellent for cut flowers. Their strong stems and highly fragrant, bomb-style double blooms make them a classic choice for bouquets.
No, this variety is deer resistant. It is a reliable, long-lived perennial that generally avoids being targeted by local wildlife.
You can enjoy the shimmering rose-pink blooms from late spring through early summer. As a perennial, it will return each year to provide this seasonal display.
This product is shipped as a bareroot plant. Upon arrival, it should be planted promptly in well-drained soil to establish its root system for the upcoming growing season.
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