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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

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) — Bees and butterflies are drawn to its blossoms, adding life and movement to the garden
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 that reach
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — orange flowers in the garden
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — Deer-resistant foliage maintains visual interest even when not in bloom; hailing from the Caucasus region
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — While it is relatively drought-tolerant once established
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, image 56
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — though keeping an eye out for rust or mildew can ensure its longevity and vibrancy in your client's garden
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — Low maintenance by nature
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — For optimal flowering, planting in full sun to partial shade is advisable
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — For optimal flowering, planting in full sun to partial shade is advisable; this adaptable plant prefers well-drained soil, though
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — The Asian Geum (Geum coccineum) is a perennial herb that boasts vibrant orange-red blooms
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — perennial for full or half; though keeping an eye out for rust or mildew can ensure its longevity and vibrancy in your client's
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — Appreciated for its extended flowering from late spring to mid-summer
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