Key Details About the Popular 'Sarah Bernhardt' Peony

With its large, fragrant pink blooms, 'Sarah Bernhardt' is considered one of the finest peony varieties, cherished for over 100 years. A true classic.

• Type - 'Sarah Bernhardt' is a classic double bomb peony. It is an herbaceous peony (Paeonia lactiflora).

• Bloom color - Soft apple-blossom pink with a golden glow at the center.

• Blooming season - Late spring.

• Flower size - Large, fully double blooms grow up to 20 cm across.

• Plant height - Grows 90 cm tall on strong stems.

• Foliage - Deep green leaves with a lush, full habit.

• Fragrance - Very fragrant, with a sweet, rosy scent.

• Unique traits - Exceptionally beautiful and vigorous. Prolific bloomer year after year.

• Awards - One of the top exhibition peonies. Multiple international awards.

• Care - Grows best in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil.

• Uses - Gorgeous in bouquets and garden borders. Popular commercially grown cut flower.

• Propagation - By division of roots in early fall. May take 3+ years to establish.

• Hardiness - Should do well in most inland areas of South Africa above 600m elevation.