Pretticoats Peach Avens
Pretticoats Peach Avens (Geum PRETTICOATS 'Peach')
Pretticoats Peach Avens (Geum PRETTICOATS 'Peach') is a charming perennial known for its soft peach-colored, ruffled blooms and compact habit. With an extended bloom season from late spring into early summer, this variety is ideal for cottage gardens, borders, and container plantings.
Distinctive Features
Pretticoats Peach features semi-double, gently ruffled blooms in a warm peach hue, often accented with hints of apricot and pink. The flowers rise above a neat mound of deeply lobed green foliage, creating an elegant and delicate appearance.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
- Soil: Moist, well-drained, fertile soil.
- Water: Prefers regular moisture; avoid prolonged dry conditions.
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9, well-suited for temperate climates.
Ideal Uses
- Mixed Borders: Adds soft color and texture.
- Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees and butterflies.
- Rock Gardens: Compact habit makes it perfect for small spaces.
- Mass Plantings: Creates a stunning visual effect.
- Containers: Thrives in patio pots and decorative planters.
Low Maintenance Care
Pretticoats Peach Avens is a resilient, easy-care perennial requiring little upkeep.
- Watering: Prefers consistently moist soil; avoid letting it dry out.
- Pruning: Deadhead spent blooms to extend flowering.
- Fertilizing: Light feeding in spring encourages healthy growth.
- Deer and Rabbit Resistance: Generally unpalatable to browsing animals.
Why Choose Pretticoats Peach?
This compact, long-blooming perennial delivers delicate beauty and attracts pollinators with ease.
- Soft Peach Blooms: Provides a warm, pastel touch to garden designs.
- Extended Bloom Season: Flowers from late spring into summer.
- Compact and Versatile: Ideal for small gardens and containers.
- Pollinator-Friendly: Supports beneficial insects.
For a graceful, easy-care perennial with romantic peach blooms, Pretticoats Peach Avens (Geum PRETTICOATS 'Peach') is an excellent choice.
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