Peony Colonel Owen Cousins

Peony ‘Colonel Owen Cousins’ is a stately and sophisticated variety, producing exquisite, fully double blooms in a creamy white with a soft yellow undertone at their centre. These lush, fragrant flowers create an air of timeless elegance, making this peony a standout choice for borders, cutting gardens, or formal garden displays. Blooming in late spring to early summer, it adds a refined touch to any outdoor space.

This variety is admired for its sturdy, upright stems that support its generous blooms, ensuring they remain a focal point in the garden, even in windy conditions. Its dark green, glossy foliage remains vibrant throughout the growing season, offering a perfect backdrop to the luminous flowers. Hardy and reliable, ‘Colonel Owen Cousins’ thrives in well-drained, fertile soil and enjoys full sun or partial shade.

We supply the highest quality bare root peony roots with 3–5 eyes, ensuring robust growth and prolific flowering. For the best results, plant in spring with the crown positioned 2.5–5 cm below the soil surface, and water regularly during the growing season. With time and care, this remarkable peony will reward you with bountiful blooms for years to come.

Newly planted peonies seldom make a first-class show in their first season, instead reaching the top of their form in their second or third year.

Learn more about how to grow peonies 

• Type of Plant: Spring-planted perennial (herbaceous peony)
  
• Flower Colour: Creamy white with soft yellow undertones
  
• Foliage Colour: Dark green, glossy leaves
  
• Height: Approximately 90–100 cm
  
• Spread: Around 80–100 cm
  
• Blooming Period: Late spring to early summer
  
• Fragrance: Lightly fragrant
  
• Hardiness: Fully hardy
  
• Key Features: Large, fully double blooms; strong stems; excellent as a cut flower
  
• Sunlight: Prefers full sun or partial shade
  
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
  
• Watering Needs: Regular watering during growth; avoid waterlogging
  
• Maintenance: Low-maintenance; cut back stems in autumn
  
• Wildlife Attraction: Pollinator-friendly
  
• Supplied As: Bare root with 3–5 eyes
  
• Ideal For: Borders, cutting gardens, and formal garden designs
  
• Planting Depth: Ensure crown is 2.5–5 cm below the soil surface
  
• Planting Time: Spring for blooms the following season
  
• Dispatch: Early spring (March/April)
  
• We Ship To: All regions of the UK
  
• We Ship From: London