Geum, Avens ‘Sunkissed Lime’
Family: Rosaceae (Rose Family)
· Hardiness Zones: 5-8
· Height: 8-12 inches
· Spread: 14-16 inches
· Bloom Time: May to September
· Bloom: masses of bright orange flowers above lime green foliage; mature to fluffy seedheads
· Light: full sun to part shade
· Soil: average, well-drained soils; will not survive wet, poorly drained soils
· Moisture: medium
· Use: borders, rock gardens, ground cover; cut flower; attracts butterflies and bees
· Care: low maintenance; deadhead for more blooms
· Concerns: no serious insect or disease problems; may be short-lived in heavy clay soils and/or hot summer climates
· Native to: species native to parts of Western Asia and Southeastern Europe
· Notes: low mound of sun-tolerant, brilliant lime foliage ; rabbit resistant
· Supplier: The Flower Factory
· Teaching Garden Location & Code: Welcome Garden B131
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