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Red Sarah Bernhardt Peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Red Sarah Bernhardt'
Pronunciation: pay-OHN-ee-uh lak-tee-FLOR-uh
SKU #43564
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE:
Quickly reaches 2 to 3 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | Luscious, large, deep fuchsia-purple, bowl-shaped blooms on stout stems are excellent for dramatic cut flower arrangements. A rounded, upright form with lush dark green foliage backs the stunning, full-petaled, double flowers. An herbaceous perennial. This herbaceous peony needs winter chill to set buds. It will not flower in zones 9 - 11. |
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| Bloom Time | Late spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Flower Color | Purplish-pink |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Viburnum (Viburnum); Catmint (Nepeta); Coneflower (Echinacea); Phlox (Phlox); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Mock Orange (Philadelphus) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in organically rich, well-drained soil with a neutral pH. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; once established, reduce frequency. Remove spent blooms for a tidy appearance. Prune foliage in fall. Needs little fertilization; an annual side dressing of organic compost is beneficial. Herbaceous peonies need winter chill to set bud and flower- typically 500 to 1000 hours. They are not recommended for USDA hardiness zones 9 - 11. |
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| Description | Luscious, large, deep fuchsia-purple, bowl-shaped blooms on stout stems are excellent for dramatic cut flower arrangements. A rounded, upright form with lush dark green foliage backs the stunning, full-petaled, double flowers. An herbaceous perennial. This herbaceous peony needs winter chill to set buds. It will not flower in zones 9 - 11. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Late spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Purplish-pink |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Viburnum (Viburnum); Catmint (Nepeta); Coneflower (Echinacea); Phlox (Phlox); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Mock Orange (Philadelphus) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in organically rich, well-drained soil with a neutral pH. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; once established, reduce frequency. Remove spent blooms for a tidy appearance. Prune foliage in fall. Needs little fertilization; an annual side dressing of organic compost is beneficial. Herbaceous peonies need winter chill to set bud and flower- typically 500 to 1000 hours. They are not recommended for USDA hardiness zones 9 - 11. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Red Sarah Bernhardt Peony produce flowers?
Late spring
Is Red Sarah Bernhardt Peony evergreen or deciduous?
Red Sarah Bernhardt Peony is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Red Sarah Bernhardt Peony?
Red Sarah Bernhardt Peony is Easy Care, Fast Growing.
Is Red Sarah Bernhardt Peony resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Tolerates Urban Pollution
How fast does Red Sarah Bernhardt Peony grow?
Red Sarah Bernhardt Peony has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Red Sarah Bernhardt Peony in my landscape?
Red Sarah Bernhardt Peony is suitable for: Border, Container.
What color are Red Sarah Bernhardt Peony flowers?
Red Sarah Bernhardt Peony produces Purplish-pink flowers.
What color is the foliage of Red Sarah Bernhardt Peony?
Red Sarah Bernhardt Peony has Dark Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Red Sarah Bernhardt Peony?
Good companion plants for Red Sarah Bernhardt Peony include: Viburnum (Viburnum); Catmint (Nepeta); Coneflower (Echinacea); Phlox (Phlox); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Mock Orange (Philadelphus).
How do I care for Red Sarah Bernhardt Peony?
Thrives in organically rich, well-drained soil with a neutral pH. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; once established, reduce frequency. Remove spent blooms for a tidy appearance. Prune foliage in fall. Needs little fertilization; an annual side dressing of organic compost is beneficial. Herbaceous peonies need winter chill to set bud and flower- typically 500 to 1000 hours. They are not recommended for USDA hardiness zones 9 - 11.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.