Big-leaf avens
Geum macrophyllum
Big-leaf avens is a cheerful, easy-care native perennial featuring bold, textured foliage and bright yellow flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. It thrives in partial shade with moist, humus-rich soil and is a great choice for woodland gardens, stream banks, or shaded borders. Deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming and divide clumps every few years to maintain plant health.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 48″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Flowers
yellow
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water To Keep Soil Consistently Moist, Particularly During Dry Spells; Avoid Letting Soil Dry Out Completely
Soil pH
5 – 7
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 36″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Coarse
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jul 7, 2021 by Pieter Verbrugghe (cc-by-sa)
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