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The classic double blooms of Peony ‘Sarah Bernhardt’ are nothing short of breathtaking. Each flower opens in a rich, deep pink hue, gradually fading to a softer blush at the petal edges, creating a delicate and romantic two-tone effect. Introduced in 1906, this heirloom variety has truly stood the test of time, known for being one of the strongest-growing and most reliable bloomers in the peony world.
With a delightfully pretty fragrance and an elegant, ruffled form, it’s no surprise that Sarah Bernhardt has earned the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit. These peonies make an exceptional addition to borders, cottage gardens, or cut flower beds, where their opulent blooms can be fully appreciated.
Flowering in early June, this variety puts on an extravagant display year after year, and with the right care, it can thrive in the same spot for decades. In fact, peonies like ‘Sarah Bernhardt’ are among the longest-lived and most durable perennial plants you can grow.
Whether you're planting a romantic garden scheme or simply want a low-maintenance showstopper that delivers season after season, Peony ‘Sarah Bernhardt’ is a timeless classic that never goes out of style.
Planting Peonies in the Garden
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If planting in the garden, plant up your bare root Peonies when the soil is warm, ideally in Spring.
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Plant in full sun or partially shaded areas.
- Add grit to heavier soils where necessary.
- Don't plant the roots too deep, the eyes of the Peony should be 3-5cm below the surface of the soil.
Planting Peonies in Pots/Containers
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If planting in pots, you can plant Peonies at any time.
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Plant Peonies with the eyes just 3-5cm below the surface of the soil.
- If planting your Peonies in a pot, choose a pot at least 30cm (12") in diameter with adequate drainage holes at the base.
- Use a soil based compost such as John Innes No3.
- Peonies are fine planted in a pot for a few years but they may out grow their pot due to their large root system.
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The classic double blooms of Peony ‘Sarah Bernhardt’ are nothing short of breathtaking. Each flower opens in a rich, deep pink hue, gradually fading to a softer blush at the petal edges, creating a delicate and romantic two-tone effect. Introduced in 1906, this heirloom variety has truly stood the test of time, known for being one of the strongest-growing and most reliable bloomers in the peony world.
With a delightfully pretty fragrance and an elegant, ruffled form, it’s no surprise that Sarah Bernhardt has earned the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit. These peonies make an exceptional addition to borders, cottage gardens, or cut flower beds, where their opulent blooms can be fully appreciated.
Flowering in early June, this variety puts on an extravagant display year after year, and with the right care, it can thrive in the same spot for decades. In fact, peonies like ‘Sarah Bernhardt’ are among the longest-lived and most durable perennial plants you can grow.
Whether you're planting a romantic garden scheme or simply want a low-maintenance showstopper that delivers season after season, Peony ‘Sarah Bernhardt’ is a timeless classic that never goes out of style.
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Planting & Growing Instructions
Planting Peonies in the Garden
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If planting in the garden, plant up your bare root Peonies when the soil is warm, ideally in Spring.
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Plant in full sun or partially shaded areas.
- Add grit to heavier soils where necessary.
- Don't plant the roots too deep, the eyes of the Peony should be 3-5cm below the surface of the soil.
Planting Peonies in Pots/Containers
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If planting in pots, you can plant Peonies at any time.
-
Plant Peonies with the eyes just 3-5cm below the surface of the soil.
- If planting your Peonies in a pot, choose a pot at least 30cm (12") in diameter with adequate drainage holes at the base.
- Use a soil based compost such as John Innes No3.
- Peonies are fine planted in a pot for a few years but they may out grow their pot due to their large root system.
Care Instructions
How to Care for Peonies
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Only water your peonies if they experience a really dry spell. They do not need much watering.
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For larger flower heads, de-bud the side shoots in April/May time with a sharp knife. However, if you prefer more flower heads than larger flower heads, then leave them be.
- Resist cutting the flowers the first couple of years to encourage better growth.
- Once everything has died back for the season, cut back and remove all old foliage to ground level to reduce the risk of infection from peony wilt disease.
- Peonies are fully hardy so don't need any winter protection.
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Description
The classic double blooms of Peony ‘Sarah Bernhardt’ are nothing short of breathtaking. Each flower opens in a rich, deep pink hue, gradually fading to a softer blush at the petal edges, creating a delicate and romantic two-tone effect. Introduced in 1906, this heirloom variety has truly stood the test of time, known for being one of the strongest-growing and most reliable bloomers in the peony world.
With a delightfully pretty fragrance and an elegant, ruffled form, it’s no surprise that Sarah Bernhardt has earned the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit. These peonies make an exceptional addition to borders, cottage gardens, or cut flower beds, where their opulent blooms can be fully appreciated.
Flowering in early June, this variety puts on an extravagant display year after year, and with the right care, it can thrive in the same spot for decades. In fact, peonies like ‘Sarah Bernhardt’ are among the longest-lived and most durable perennial plants you can grow.
Whether you're planting a romantic garden scheme or simply want a low-maintenance showstopper that delivers season after season, Peony ‘Sarah Bernhardt’ is a timeless classic that never goes out of style.
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Planting Peonies in the Garden
-
If planting in the garden, plant up your bare root Peonies when the soil is warm, ideally in Spring.
-
Plant in full sun or partially shaded areas.
- Add grit to heavier soils where necessary.
- Don't plant the roots too deep, the eyes of the Peony should be 3-5cm below the surface of the soil.
Planting Peonies in Pots/Containers
-
If planting in pots, you can plant Peonies at any time.
-
Plant Peonies with the eyes just 3-5cm below the surface of the soil.
- If planting your Peonies in a pot, choose a pot at least 30cm (12") in diameter with adequate drainage holes at the base.
- Use a soil based compost such as John Innes No3.
- Peonies are fine planted in a pot for a few years but they may out grow their pot due to their large root system.
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