Monsieur Jules Elie Peony

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Monsieur Jules Elie Peony

Sunlight
Can grow in a range from full sun to partial shade. They need at least six hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight per day.
Watering
Regular watering schedule for the first six months. Once established, rainwater should be sufficient.
Fertilizing
Should not need any extra fertilizer unless your entire lawn and garden have problems and needs regular fertilizing.

Monsieur Jules Elie Peony

Monsieur Jules Elie Peony is a classic French garden peony treasured for its exceptionally large, fragrant, double pink flowers. Silvery highlights illuminate the layered petals, while lush green foliage gives this long-lived perennial an impressive presence in borders, cutting gardens, and traditional foundation plantings.

Why choose Monsieur Jules Elie Peony?

Choose Monsieur Jules Elie Peony for its sumptuous flower form, rich fragrance, and enduring garden character. Introduced in the nineteenth century, this celebrated cultivar produces full, bomb-type blossoms with broad outer petals surrounding a densely packed center. Its rosy pink color softens toward the petal edges, adding depth and dimension to every bloom. Upright foliage remains attractive after flowering, while the fragrant blossoms make exceptional cut flowers. Established plants return for many years when given abundant sunlight, fertile soil, and an undisturbed location.

Key Characteristics

Botanical Name: Paeonia lactiflora ‘Monsieur Jules Elie’
Common Name: Monsieur Jules Elie Peony
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Growth Habit: Upright, bushy, clump-forming, and deciduous

Monsieur Jules Elie Peony Additional Information

Monsieur Jules Elie Peony typically grows approximately 30 to 36 inches tall and 30 to 36 inches wide. Its large, double flowers open in the midseason peony period, generally during late spring or early summer depending on the regional climate. Broad guard petals form a generous outer cup around a densely arranged center of narrower rose-pink petals. Pale silvery tips add a softly frosted effect, and the flowers carry a pleasing fragrance.

The heavy blossoms benefit from a peony ring or discreet support installed early in spring, particularly where wind or rain may weigh down the flowering stems. Glossy, divided green foliage creates a substantial mound through summer before declining after frost. This herbaceous cultivar becomes fully dormant in winter and returns from underground buds in spring. Remove spent flowers after blooming, but retain healthy foliage through the growing season so it can replenish the crown. Monsieur Jules Elie Peony is especially effective in perennial borders, cottage gardens, cutting gardens, and prominent specimen groupings.

Planting & Care

1. Planting: Select a sunny location with fertile, well-drained soil and good air circulation. Position the crown so its uppermost eyes rest only 1 to 2 inches below the finished soil level. Space plants approximately 3 feet apart.

2. Watering: Water deeply after planting and maintain consistent moisture during establishment. Mature plants appreciate supplemental water during extended dry periods, especially while shoots emerge, buds develop, and flowering begins.

3. Fertilizing: Apply compost around the root zone in spring or use a light, balanced feeding based on soil-test recommendations. Keep fertilizer away from the crown and limit high-nitrogen products that promote foliage over flowers.

4. Pruning: Remove faded blooms without cutting away excessive foliage. After frost has browned the plant in fall, cut the stems near ground level and clear away the old growth. Install flower support before the stems become tall.

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FAQs

How large does Monsieur Jules Elie Peony grow?
Monsieur Jules Elie Peony generally reaches 30 to 36 inches tall and a similar width. Its substantial clump needs approximately 3 feet of garden space for mature growth and comfortable air circulation.
When does Monsieur Jules Elie Peony bloom?
It is a midseason peony, usually flowering in late spring to early summer. Exact timing varies by climate, seasonal temperatures, and local growing conditions.
Are the flowers of Monsieur Jules Elie Peony fragrant?
Yes. Its large, double pink blossoms have a noticeable, pleasing fragrance. Their long stems, generous size, and layered form also make them excellent for fresh floral arrangements.

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Fragrant Double Pink Blooms
Elegant Cut Flowers
Classic Late-Spring Display

Mature Height	Medium: Up to 4 ft
Mature Spread	0-5 ft
Growth Rate	Moderate, Slow
Botanical Name	Paeonia lactiflora Monsieur Jules Elie
Bloom Time	Mid spring, Early Summer
Deer Resistant	Usually
Flower Color	Pink
Family	Paeoniaceae
Hardiness Zones	3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Light Needs	Full Sun, Partial Sun
Maintenance	Low
Size	#3 Container

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Growing Zones 3-8 Outdoors

(Hardy down to -40)

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