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GEUM 'Flames of Passion'
Commonly known as Avens
The flowers open a dark red and fade slightly
Further Reading....
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RedDark red
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Height40cm (16in)
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Spread30cm (12in)
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Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennialUpright, rhizomatous perennial. Pinnate basal leaves to 15cm (6in), or more, long. The terminal and upper pair of leaflets are wedge-shaped, toothed, to 5cm (2in) long. Produces cymes of 2-5 flowers, nodding at first, then horizontal
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
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Very hardyHardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
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Full sun
GEUM 'Flames of Passion'
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowLong-flowering. Wildlife plant - insectsPests & DiseasesSawfly larva may cause damage to leavesPlace of originGarden origin. Probably a rivale hybrid. The Netherlands. 2003. Petrus H Oudolf
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Flower ShapeBell/LanternBell-shaped to 3cm (1¼in) acrossSemi-doubleTwo rows of petals with conspicuous stamens
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HardinessFully hardy
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Seasonal InterestSpringSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soil
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WildlifeBee friendly
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Geum - Care Guide
40cm (16in)
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