Sarah Bernhardt Peony

Sarah Bernhardt Peony is a timeless garden favorite, with large, fragrant double pink blooms—perfect for spring color, bouquets, and classic cottage charm.
Plant Type
Perennial
Light Requirement
Full sun to part sun
Max Height
3 feet
Max Spread
3 feet

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Paeonia lactiflora ‘Sarah Bernhardt’ is a beloved heirloom peony known for its lush, rose-pink double blooms and sweet fragrance. Flowers appear in late spring to early summer atop strong, upright stems that reach 30 to 36 inches tall. This variety is a long-lived perennial that thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, forming a dense, rounded clump of deep green foliage. It’s a reliable performer in borders, cutting gardens, and formal plantings—and gets better with age.

This section shows how the plant will fit into your yard and into your life.

Seasonal Interest:

Showy blooms in late spring; attractive foliage into fall

Landscape Uses:

Borders, cutting gardens, cottage gardens, foundation plantings

Allergy Considerations:

Moderate — fragrant blooms may affect sensitive individuals

Kid/Pet Safety:

Toxic if ingested — keep away from curious pets and children

Mess Factor:

Moderate — large petals may drop after bloom

Maintenance Level:

Low — deadhead after bloom, cut back in fall

This section covers practical care information for homeowners.

Water Needs:

Moderate — prefers consistent moisture, especially when budding

Soil Tolerance:

Rich, well-drained soil; dislikes wet feet

Drought Tolerance:

Moderate

Deer Resistance:

Moderate — may be lightly browsed

Pest/Disease Resistance:

Moderate — may attract ants (not harmful)

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