Perennials

Paeonia lactiflora 'Sarah Bernhardt'

Sarah Bernhardt peony

Sarah Bernhardt peony, photo by mike bowler

Large, fragrant double pink blooms open late in the peony season. A long-lived clump with handsome divided foliage. Garden uses include cut flowers and perennial borders. Remove dead foliage after fall frost.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun to part shade
Mature size: 30–36 in. tall × 30–36 in. wide
Water: Moderate; well drained
Hardiness: USDA zones 3–8
Bloom: Double pink; late spring–early summer.

Sizes & prices

#3$32.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Drought: Water during dry spring weather for best flowering.
Wet soil: Avoid poorly drained sites.
Deer & rabbits: Resistant, not browse-proof.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Butterflies

Keep in mind: May irritate pets; keep plants out of reach of chewing animals.

Seasonal interest

Fragrance: Sweetly fragrant flowers.

Growing & care

Planting: Set the crown buds about 2 inches below the soil surface.
Support: Support heavy flower stems before blooms open.
Division: Usually unnecessary; established plants can remain undisturbed.

Sources & photo credits

Missouri Botanical Garden

Royal Horticultural Society

Photo: mike bowler · CC BY-SA 2.0

Reviewed September 19, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.