Peony ‘Sarah Bernhardt’

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As popular as the French actress for whom it was named, Peony ‘Sarah Bernhardt’ has been a cherished favorite since its introduction in 1906. The fully double flowers have rose-pink petals that transition to lighter pink at their edges and are occasionally flecked with red-violet. Their unforgettable perfume is rich and sweet. We consider this Peony to be one of the strongest growers and most reliable bloomers. Winner of the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit. Late midseason.

We ship large roots with 3–5 eyes that are fresh from the growing fields. While a newly planted Peony seldom makes a first-class show in its first season, these vigorous plants will reach the top of their form in their second or third year. Southern gardeners should provide afternoon shade. Bare root.

There isn’t a more rewarding garden flower than the herbaceous Peony, and a garden without these plants is a sorry thing indeed. Peony flowers range from exquisitely delicate singles to large and lush doubles, and come in shades ranging from pure white to the deepest, darkest red.

Peonies produce their extravagant display in early June every year, regardless of weather, because they are among the most durable and longest-lived plants. They have no natural enemies, no exacting cultural requirements beyond full sun and neutral to slightly sweet soil, and they shrug off cold. After bloom is complete, you are left with a handsome mound of glossy, deep green foliage that will happily anchor the next sequence of bloom in the neighborhood. Finally, Peonies make superior cut flowers, lasting more than a week if cut in full bud.

For more information on growing Paeonia, click on Growing Guide.