SKU: 1079 Sarah Bernhardt Bareroot Peony, 2-3 Eye, Great for Fall or Spring Planting!

Key Features:

• Color: Blush pink petals with occasional deeper pink highlights; classic peony ruffled form

• Fragrance: Strong, sweet, and floral scent; excellent for cut arrangements

• Wildlife Resistance: Deer and rabbit resistant

• Pest Resistance: Generally pest-free; ants on buds are common but harmless

• Planting Zones: Hardy in USDA zones 3–8

• Sun Preferences: Requires full sun (6+ hours daily) for best bloom production

• Drought Tolerance: Moderate once established; prefers evenly moist, well-drained soil

• Size at Maturity: Reaches 30–36 inches tall and 24–36 inches wide

• Planting Instructions (from bareroot):

  1. Plant in early spring or fall in a sunny, well-drained location

  2. Dig a wide hole and form a mound at the bottom

  3. Place the bare root with the eyes (buds) 1–2 inches below soil surface

  4. Backfill with soil, water deeply, and mulch lightly—avoid covering the crown

  5. Space plants 3 feet apart to allow mature growth and good airflow

  6. Water regularly during the first growing season; do not overwater

  7. Remove spent blooms and cut foliage back in fall for winter dormancy

The Sarah Bernhardt Peony is a garden treasure, offering decades of beauty, fragrance, and floral abundance—a must-have for classic and cottage-style landscapes.