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Blazing Sunset Geum

Geum 'Blazing Sunset'

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Overview

The Geum 'Blazing Sunset' is a perennial with vibrant, semi-double, fiery red flowers reaching 2 to 3 inches across. Thriving in zones 5-9, it's an eye-catcher at 18-24 inches tall and 18 inches wide. Loves full sun to part shade and well-drained soil. Blooms late spring through summer, attracting butterflies and bees. Perfect for borders, cottage gardens, or as a splash of color in mixed beds. Deadhead to encourage continuous flowering.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–7Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Blazing Sunset Geum (Geum 'Blazing Sunset') — fiery red flowers reaching 2 to 3 inches across
Blazing Sunset Geum (Geum 'Blazing Sunset') — Loves full sun to part shade and well-drained soilBlazing Sunset Geum (Geum 'Blazing Sunset') — Thriving in zones 5-9, it's an eye-catcher at 18-24 inches tall and 18 inches wide

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
5–7

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Rosaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Blazing Sunset Geum (Geum 'Blazing Sunset') — fiery red flowers reaching 2 to 3 inches across
Blazing Sunset Geum (Geum 'Blazing Sunset') — Loves full sun to part shade and well-drained soil
Blazing Sunset Geum (Geum 'Blazing Sunset') — Thriving in zones 5-9, it's an eye-catcher at 18-24 inches tall and 18 inches wide
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