Geum coccineum
Asian Geum
Description
Geum coccineum is a clump-forming perennial that grows to 1'-1.5' tall and spreads to 1' wide. This Geum forms forms a basal foliage mound (to 6" high) of irregularly-lobed, hairy, medium green leaves with very large terminal leaflets. In late spring, erect, wiry, branching flowering stems rise above the foliage mound to 9"-18" high carrying cymes of 5-petaled, brick red flowers (to 1.5" diameter) with center clumps of yellow stamens. This plant prefers moist, fertile soils in cool summer climates.
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust will also break down and improve the soil.