LIFE CYCLE
Perennial
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Colorful
GROWTH HABIT
Clump-Forming
BLOOM SEASON
Summer
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Ornamental
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Open-Pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Flowering Perennial
PLANTING SEASON
Spring
FRUIT SIZE
N/A
PLANT HEIGHT
40–60 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
4–9
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
30–40 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
Surface
GROWING CONDITIONS
Well-drained
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Red Geum produce vibrant, cup-shaped flowers over a long blooming season?
Can Red Geum produce vibrant, cup-shaped flowers over a long blooming season?
Yes. Red Geum is admired for its bright, cup-shaped blooms that provide vibrant color from late spring into early summer, with repeat flowering possible under favorable conditions.
Do the flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators?
Do the flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators?
Yes. The nectar-rich flowers attract bees, butterflies, and a variety of beneficial pollinating insects during the blooming season.
Can Red Geum be grown in borders, cottage gardens, or containers?
Can Red Geum be grown in borders, cottage gardens, or containers?
Yes. It performs well in borders, cottage gardens, rock gardens, mixed perennial beds, and large containers with fertile, well-drained soil.
Will removing faded flowers encourage additional blooms?
Will removing faded flowers encourage additional blooms?
Yes. Regular deadheading helps extend the flowering period and encourages the development of fresh blooms.
Can the flowers be used in fresh-cut floral arrangements?
Can the flowers be used in fresh-cut floral arrangements?
Yes. The sturdy stems and colorful blossoms make excellent additions to fresh bouquets and decorative floral displays.
How is Red Geum different from Avens?
How is Red Geum different from Avens?
Red Geum (Geum species) is an ornamental flowering plant grown for its vivid red blooms and compact garden habit, while the common name "Avens" broadly refers to plants within the Geum genus, which includes varieties with flowers in shades of yellow, orange, pink, and red.