Paeonia Sarah Bernhardt

Paeonia 'Sarah Bernhardt' is a timeless garden classic, renowned for its spectacular double pink blooms that have captivated gardeners since 1906. This exceptional peony variety offers luxurious, fragrant flowers with ruffled petals that transition from deep pink centers to lighter edges. Perfect for wholesale customers seeking a reliable, high-demand peony that performs beautifully in both landscape installations and as a premium cut flower.

Produces massive 7-9 inch diameter blooms with lush, fully double flowers Emits a rich, sweet fragrance that enhances gardens and floral arrangements Forms an attractive upright bush reaching 36 inches tall with a 2-3 foot spread
Features glossy dark green foliage that remains attractive throughout the growing season
Demonstrates excellent deer resistance, reducing maintenance concerns
Offers remarkable longevity, with established plants living for decades Performs reliably in USDA zones 3-8, making it versatile for various climate conditions

Plant 'Sarah Bernhardt' peonies in spring, positioning the eyes (growth buds) no more than 2 inches below soil level in well-drained, fertile soil. They thrive in full sun to partial shade locations, preferring afternoon shade in warmer regions. While slow to establish, these peonies are worth the wait-flowering begins in the second or third season, typically in late spring to early summer. Once established, they require minimal maintenance and provide decades of reliable blooming.