GEUM 'Mai Tai'

Commonly known as Avens

Semi-double apricot-pink flowers on red-tinted stems
Further Reading....
  • Orange
  • Shades of pink
    All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)
  • Height
    40cm (16in)
  • Spread
    40cm (16in)
  • Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennial
    Clump-forming rhizomatous perennial. Pinnate, hairy leaves 15-20cm (6-8in) long with kidney-shaped terminal leaflets, the remainder ovate. Produces cymes of 1-5 flowers
  • Herbaceous
    Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
  • Very hardy
    Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
  • Full sun

GEUM 'Mai Tai'

 

 

  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    From the Cocktails Series. Wildlife plant - insects. Deadheading will prolong flowering period
    Pests & Diseases
    Sawfly larva may cause damage to leaves
    Place of origin
    Garden origin. USA. Brent Horvath, Intrinsic Perennial Gardens, Illinois
  • Flower Shape
    Cup-shaped
    2.5-3cm (1-1¾in) across
    Semi-double
    Two rows of petals with conspicuous stamens
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suits a mixed or herbaceous border
    Cottage garden
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Seasonal Interest
    Spring
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
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Geum - Care Guide
40cm (16in)
bulb/corm - guide for size not form Hand Trowel
  40cm (16in)
 

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