Fragrant peonies: discover the most delightful peony scents

Peonies are beautiful to look at, but the fragrant varieties make it impossible not to fall in love with them. Think: romance, springtime, a touch of luxury and a hint of “hmm, what smells so good here?”. Below, we dive into the four most popular fragrances: Duchesse de Nemours, Dr. Fleming, Gardenia and Sarah Bernhardt. And yes, they all have their own unique personality.

Duchesse de Nemours

Scent: fresh, soft and a hint of citrus
Scent strength: medium
Atmosphere in the home: as if someone has just cleaned (without anyone having cleaned)

Duchesse de Nemours is perfect for those who love fresh, elegant fragrances. Place this lady in a vase on the table and your living room will immediately say: ‘Welcome, it always smells wonderful here.’

Dr. Fleming

Scent: warm, sweet and floral
Scent strength: medium to strong
Atmosphere in the home: cosy, inviting and pleasant – the scent equivalent of a hug

Dr. Fleming is the peony for anyone who loves a full, warm fragrance. In a bouquet, it immediately makes an impression and provides a friendly, rich floral fragrance that spreads well throughout the room.

Gardenia

Scent: creamy, soft, tropical – truly gardenia-like
Scent intensity: strong
Atmosphere in the home: luxury hotel lobby vibes, but without room service

The Gardenia peony is a fragrance powerhouse in the best sense of the word. Put a few of these white beauties in a vase and it's as if an expensive scented candle is burning somewhere. Delightful for those who love rich, tropical flowers.

Sarah Bernhardt

Scent: sweet, soft, classic peony
Scent strength: medium
Atmosphere in the home: romantic, elegant and a little dreamy

Sarah Bernhardt is perhaps the most beloved peony for bouquets. It smells charming and sweet without being overpowering—perfect for anyone who loves a subtle, elegant floral scent.

Which fragrance bouquet suits you?

Do you like fresh and chic? → Duchesse de Nemours
Would you prefer something warmer and fuller? → Dr. Fleming
Do you love luxury and creaminess? → Gardenia
Are you a fan of romance and softness? → Sarah Bernhardt

Can't choose? That's completely understandable, you want fragrant roses in your home! Try several. The most popular is the soft pink Sarah Bernhardt peony. That's a good peony to start with!