A peony that has proven and its worth and captured hearts and imaginations across decades and in every corner of the world where peonies can be grown. There is a reason why Sarah Bernhardt is the most cultivated peony variety the world over. The extremely reliable plant produces a profusion of large soft pink flowers that are fully furnished with petals. Central petals have the occasional crimson speckling. A mature specimen is an awe-inspiring spectacle. Great use as a cut flower. Pleasing mild fragrance and extreme ease of culture. Multiple side buds per stem extend the blooming period. Memorializes the French actress of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.