The Geum Plant produces sunset-colored flowers of orange, yellow and red atop tall stems on low-growing foliage, some varieties growing to over three feet tall, though many are shorter and used widely as a border plant. An herbaceous perennial, Geum is closely related to the rose, having an eye-catching appearance once established, the blossoms similar to a camellia or a wild rose and appearing in both single and double forms.
Geum, pronounced JEE-uhm, is also commonly called Avens, with most varieties being native to Chile, Asia and Europe, though a very few are native to the United States. Preferring full sun in most locations, in hotter, southern climates we recommend you provide afternoon shade. Avens will also prefer moist soil, good drainage being an absolute necessity, though once established they can be somewhat drought tolerant. Deer avoid them like the plague while butterflies will flock to them! For the best results, it is recommended you divide Geum regularly, about every three to four years; young and recently divided plants seem to bloom best and last longest. Removing the spent blossoms on a regular basis will also encourage more prolific blooming.
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