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Sarah Bernhardt Peony Root

Sarah Bernhardt Peony Root

$26.00 USD
$26.00 USD
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Sarah Bernhardt Peony Root with 5-8 Eyes

Sarah Bernhardt Peony, a legendary 1906 French introduction that stands as the world’s most famous and beloved peony variety. Hybridized by Lemoine and named in honor of the iconic nineteenth-century stage actress, this historic heirloom remains the reigning queen of the global cut-flower industry. The colossal, fully double rose-type blooms stretch an impressive 7 to 9 inches across, displaying a magnificent, dense mountain of ruffled, apple-blossom pink petals with inner edges delicately tipped in a brilliant crimson streak. Standing proudly on robust stems that reach 36 inches in height, its dense emerald-green foliage frames the massive mid-to-late season blossoms perfectly. Honored with the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit, Sarah Bernhardt delivers an exceptionally strong, sweet floral perfume, rendering it an absolutely non-negotiable masterpiece for wedding florists and classic cutting gardens.

Sarah Bernhardt Peony Information 

  • Cultivar: Sarah Bernhardt
  • Botanical Name: Paeonia lactiflora ‘Sarah Bernhardt’
  • Group: Herbaceous Lactiflora
  • Bloom Form: Full Double / Rose-type
  • Bloom Size: 7" to 9" across
  • Color: Apple-Blossom Pink with Delicate Crimson Edging
  • Height: 2.5' to 3' (approx. 36 inches)
  • Fragrance: Exceptionally Strong and Sweet
  • Bloom Time: Late Midseason to Late
  • Hardiness: USDA Zones 3 to 8
  • Originator: Monsieur Lemoine
  • Year Introduced: 1906
  • Country: France

Bare Root Peony Shipping Information

Peony root orders will ship in Fall, with shipping beginning in November (weather dependent). Shipping is only available within the United States.

Orders to colder climates are shipped first; customers are responsible for ensuring the ground is workable upon arrival.

Your order is confirmed once you receive an order number. Once an order is placed, it is considered final. We do not accept cancellations after the order has been placed.To add to an existing order, please email us at dahliaflowersinbloom@gmail.com.

Terms & Conditions (Checkout Agreement)

By checking out, you agree to our terms and designated shipping schedule. Once your order is confirmed, it is final, and the buyer assumes responsibility for proper root storage if the ground is frozen upon delivery. Mild weather windows across many regions allow for successful outdoor planting well into December. Because peonies benefit from winter chill, you can easily dig your planting holes ahead of time if freezing soil is a concern.

Bare Root Peony Growing Information & When to Expect Blooms

Planting Time: Plant your bare roots in the fall as soon as you receive them, before the ground freezes solid. This gives the root system time to establish over the winter.

Planting Depth: Dig a hole large enough to accommodate the roots. Position the root with the "eyes" (buds) pointing upward, 1 to 2 inches below the soil surface. Planting them too deep will prevent the plant from blooming.

Sun & Soil: Choose a location with full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily) and rich, well-draining soil. Avoid waterlogged areas to prevent rot.

When to Expect Blooms:

  • Year 1 (First Spring): The plant will focus its energy on root establishment and foliage growth. You may see a few green shoots or small leaves, but blooms are rare or may be very small.
  • Year 2: Foliage will become fuller and stronger, and you may get your first light bloom.
  • Years 3 and Beyond: The peony will reach maturity, producing its full-sized, abundant blossoms and peak performance.
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