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Sarah Bernhardt Peony is a hybrid Paeonia lactiflora that produces generous double blooms in soft pink, releasing a delicate fragrance from late spring through early summer. Hardy in zones 3 through 8, this perennial bush grows 24 to 36 inches tall and thrives in full sun, reaching mature size within a year of planting. The variety attracts pollinators while resisting deer and rabbit pressure, earning its place as a beloved choice for gardeners seeking reliable, long-lived blooms in northern and temperate climates.
Full Sun
Moderate
3-8
36in H x ?in W
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The double-petaled flowers arrive in a romantic soft pink and carry a fragrance that fills the air around them. This hybrid performs reliably across a wide hardiness range (zones 3-8) and resists both powdery mildew and the browsing of deer and rabbits, two common frustrations in perennial gardens. Its substantial mature height of 2 to 3 feet makes it substantial enough to anchor a bed or fill a large container, yet it remains manageable for most gardeners.
Sarah Bernhardt Peony is grown for its ornamental value in garden beds and large containers, prized for its generous double flowers and long blooming season. The fragrant blooms are also cultivated for cutting and bringing indoors to fresh arrangements.
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Fall planting is recommended for Sarah Bernhardt Peony. Prepare planting holes large enough to accommodate the bulb with 24 inches of spacing between plants. Choose a location in full sun with well-draining soil.
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