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Asian Geum

Geum Coccineum

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Overview

The Asian Geum (Geum coccineum) is a perennial herb that boasts vibrant orange-red blooms. It reaches a mature height of 18 inches with a spread of 12 inches, preferring full sun to part shade. Appreciated for its extended flowering from late spring to mid-summer, this hardy plant thrives in zones 5-9 and is ideal for borders with well-drained soil. Deer-resistant foliage maintains visual interest even when not in bloom.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 6–9Type Perennial
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — this hardy plant thrives in zones 5-9 and is ideal for borders with well-drained soil; perennial for full or half, image 54
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — Bees and butterflies are drawn to its blossoms, adding life and movement to the garden; deer-resistant foliage maintains visualAsian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — orange flowers in the garden; this charming plant boasts a mound of hairyAsian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — It reaches a mature height of 18 inches with a spread of 12 inches, preferring full sun to part shade; wiry stems, image 52Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — dark green leaves that reach a height and width of 12 to 18 inchesAsian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — wiry stems that reach heights of 18 to 24 inches; perennial with orange bloomsAsian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — dark green leaves that reach a height and width of 12 to 18 inches; in the late spring to early summer, the geum, image 59+54

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
6–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Rosaceae

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Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — this hardy plant thrives in zones 5-9 and is ideal for borders with well-drained soil; perennial for full or half, image 54
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — Bees and butterflies are drawn to its blossoms, adding life and movement to the garden; deer-resistant foliage maintains visual
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — orange flowers in the garden; this charming plant boasts a mound of hairy
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — It reaches a mature height of 18 inches with a spread of 12 inches, preferring full sun to part shade; wiry stems, image 52
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — dark green leaves that reach a height and width of 12 to 18 inches
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — wiry stems that reach heights of 18 to 24 inches; perennial with orange blooms
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — dark green leaves that reach a height and width of 12 to 18 inches; in the late spring to early summer, the geum, image 59
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — the Asian Geum thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 5 through 9
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — Deer-resistant foliage maintains visual interest even when not in bloom
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — displaying a striking array of fiery
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — It reaches a mature height of 18 inches with a spread of 12 inches, preferring full sun to part shade
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — Low maintenance by nature; displaying a striking array of fiery
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — this charming plant boasts a mound of hairy; appreciated for its extended flowering from late spring to mid-summer, image 58
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — orange to scarlet flowers that span approximately 1 inch across.<br><br>Perfect for borders
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — perennial with orange blooms
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — this hardy plant thrives in zones 5-9 and is ideal for borders with well-drained soil; perennial for full or half
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — which means it can withstand winter temperatures as low as -20&deg;F to -10&deg;F
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — The Asian Geum (Geum coccineum) is a perennial herb that boasts vibrant orange-red blooms; this hardy plant thrives in zones 5-9
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — the plant is generally free from serious pests and diseases; bees and butterflies are drawn to its blossoms, adding life and
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — the Asian Geum thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 5 through 9; low maintenance by nature
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — This adaptable plant prefers well-drained soil, though it will tolerate a range of soil types
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — Deer-resistant foliage maintains visual interest even when not in bloom; hailing from the Caucasus region, image 55
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — though keeping an eye out for rust or mildew can ensure its longevity and vibrancy in your client's garden; the Asian Geum (Geum
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — is a resilient and vibrant perennial that can play a starring role in a landscape design; the Asian Geum thrives in USDA
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