Sara Bernhardt
Paeonia lactiflora 'Sarah Bernhardt'
In growth
JFMAMJJASOND
In bloom
JFMAMJJASOND
Planting Guide
| Spacing | 24-30 in |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Eyes 1-2 in below soil |
| Chilling hours | 800+ hours |
| Life expectancy | 50+ years |
| Growth rate | Slow |
| Planted | 2020 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun - Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Well-draining, rich loam |
| Soil pH | 6.5 - 7.5 |
| Zones | 3-8 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Perennial |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Elliptic (Oval tapering ends) |
| Foliage colour | Dark Green |
| Bloom | Pink |
| Fruit | Follicle |
| Evergreen | Herbaceous |
Root System
| System | Specialized Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Coarse Roots (> 2 mm) |
| Function | Transport Roots (Higher Orders) |
| Propagation | Division |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Butterflies, Bees |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Dogs/Cats |
| Edibility | Inedible |
| Companions | Roses, Iris, Nepeta |
Where it came from
| Grower | Monrovia |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Cut back when wilting before fall to about 6"
Maintenance
Provide support for heavy blooms. Do not fertilize close to crown.
Cleanup
Remove old foliage in late fall to prevent disease.
Notes
Award winning heritage variety known for massive fragrant blooms.