Chilean Avens
Geum
Rosaceae · perennial · introduced
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Geum (Rosaceae) is a genus of perennials known for their colorful flowers and clumping habit. Profile data for this generic entry is limited.
See species-level profiles for cultural requirements and cultivar information.
Plant Profile
Size & Form
Height
2 ft
Growth Rate
Medium
Site Requirements
Light
Sun to Part Shade
Soil Drainage
Moist
Soil pH
4.5-8.5
Water
Moderate
Hardiness
Zones 3a–7b
Ornamental Interest
Bloom Time
june to september
Origin
TEMPERATE ASIA: Turkey (east)
Watch for this season
Powdery MildewHigh
Active Conidial Spread
Downy MildewModerate
Late Spring - Summer Transition
Diseases: Regionally Documented (2)
Cultivars (7)
'Mrs. Bradshaw'
Chilean Avens
'Eos'
Geum coccineum ‘Eos’
'Pumpkin Orange'
(Orange Pumpkin Avens)
'Fireball'
Fireball Avens
'Mai Tai' Cocktails™
(Cocktails™ Mai Tai Geum, Avens)
'Mango Lassi'
Mango Lassi Avens
'Totally Tangerine'
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