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.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Red, Yellow
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
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
Design Styles
n/a
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Foundation, Patio, With Rocks
Special Uses
Cut Flowers
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Consider replacing some lawn areas with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.
Good candidates for removal are portions of large lawns, areas where no one uses the grass, patches that don't grow well, or spaces too small to water without overspray.