
Geum
- Botanical Name
- Geum coccineum
- Hardiness
- Zones 5 to 7
- Height
- 18 to 24 inches
- Width
- 18 inches
- Flowers
- Late spring to early summer: orange, red, peach
- Light
- Full sun to part shade
- Soil
- Moist, well-drained, organic
- Planting & Care
- Geum prefers cooler climates
- Excellent drainage is important, especially for winter survival
- Amend heavy clay soils with organic matter to improve drainage
- Divide annually in spring for vigor and longevity
- Problems
- None serious
- Varieties
- Mango Lassi - ruffled, layered petals in shades of yellow to orange
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