William Cousins peony

Paeonia 'William Cousins'

PerennialPaeoniaceae

APS Registry

Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantFragrant

USDA zones3 to 8

SunHandles full sun to partial sun

WaterNeeds moderate soil

Bloom season: Spring, summer
Soil types: Loam

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BorderCottage gardenCut flowerPerennial bedPollinator gardenRock gardenSpecimen

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ButterfliesBees

Notes

'William Cousins' peony (Paeonia 'William Cousins') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, cottage gardens, and perennial beds. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and loamy soil. Each stalk carries one fragrant, double, scarlet bloom that bees and butterflies visit. It grows about 3½ feet tall and 4 feet wide. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal.

Pairs well with Sum and Substance hosta, Baby's breath, and Standing Ovation little bluestem.

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