Yellow Avens

Yellow Avens (Geum 'Yellow')

Yellow Avens (Geum 'Yellow') is a cheerful, long-blooming perennial featuring bright yellow, semi-double flowers that provide a sunny burst of color in the garden. With its compact, clump-forming habit and extended flowering period from late spring to midsummer, this variety is a fantastic choice for mixed borders, rock gardens, and pollinator-friendly landscapes.

Distinctive Features

Yellow Avens produces an abundance of soft yellow, slightly ruffled blooms that rise above a neat mound of bright green foliage. The flowers are held on slender yet sturdy stems, making them excellent for cut arrangements while also attracting beneficial pollinators.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
• Soil: Moist, well-drained, fertile soil.
• Water: Prefers regular moisture; does not tolerate prolonged drought.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9, adaptable to temperate climates.

Ideal Uses

• Mixed Borders: Adds warmth and vibrancy to perennial plantings.
• Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees and butterflies.
• Rock Gardens: Thrives in well-drained, dry conditions.
• Mass Plantings: Creates a bold, eye-catching display.
• Containers: Compact habit makes it ideal for pots and planters.

Low Maintenance Care

Yellow Avens is a resilient perennial requiring minimal upkeep.

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
• Pruning: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage prolonged flowering.
• Fertilizing: Light feeding in early spring promotes healthy growth.
• Deer and Rabbit Resistance: Foliage is generally unpalatable to browsing animals.

Why Choose Yellow Avens?

This compact, long-flowering perennial offers brilliant yellow blooms, low maintenance, and pollinator appeal.

• Soft Yellow Flowers: Brings brightness and warmth to any garden.
• Extended Bloom Season: Provides color from late spring into summer.
• Compact and Versatile: Suitable for small gardens and containers.
• Pollinator-Friendly: Supports beneficial insects.

For a charming, easy-care perennial with delicate yellow flowers, Yellow Avens (Geum 'Yellow') is an excellent choice.