Paeonia lactiflora 'Sarah Bernhardt'

paeony or peony

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Paeonia lactiflora 'Sarah Bernhardt'

paeony or peony

  • 3 litre pot
  • £22.99
  • In stock (shipped within 2-3 working days)
  • 1 × bare root plant
  • £9.99
  • In stock (shipped within 1-2 working days)
  • 2 + 1 FREE bare root plants
  • £19.98 £6.66 each
  • In stock (shipped within 1-2 working days)
Delivery options
  • Standard £5.99
  • Next/Named Day £10.99
  • Position: full sun or partial shade
  • Soil: moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil
  • Rate of growth: average
  • Flowering period: June to July
  • Hardiness: fully hardy


Enormous, rose pink, fragrant, double summer flowers and mid-green leaves. This magnificent, late-flowering, pale pink peony has been popular since the Edwardian era, and named after the French actress of the time. Paeonia lactiflora 'Sarah Bernhardt' is an excellent specimen plant for a partially sunny border, it makes up a classic summery staple of cottage, and mixed border gardens.

All of our peonies are field grown. We supply potted plants throughout the year, and subject to availability during the dormant winter months, we also offer bare-root plants (or tubers). If buying a potted plant, please keep in mind that some of the compost may still be a little loose, falling away when the plant is removed from the pot.


  • Garden care:
    Where available, bare root peonies should be planted out or potted up as soon as possible, avoiding frosty or waterlogged conditions. Choose a sunny, well-drained position, as peonies flower best in full sun and dislike being moved once established.

    Plant all peonies into well-prepared soil, ensuring the highest bud on the crown is no deeper than 5cm (2in) below the surface. For newly planted plants, protect emerging shoots from late frosts in their first spring. Keep plants well watered and fed during growth, using balanced, slow-release fertiliser rather than high-nitrogen feeds, and remove spent flowers once faded.

    Mulch with well-rotted compost or manure, support tall stems to prevent flopping, maintain good air circulation, and remove any yellowing or diseased leaves. Avoid disturbing established crowns, as peonies dislike being moved may take a season or two to establish.
    • Pets: Skin irritant

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