Fire Storm Avens
Fire Storm Avens (Geum 'Fire Storm')
Fire Storm Avens (Geum 'Fire Storm') is a compact, floriferous perennial that ignites the garden with its brilliant orange, semi-double flowers. With a long bloom period from late spring into summer, this variety is a magnet for pollinators and provides lasting color in mixed borders, rock gardens, and containers.
Distinctive Features
Fire Storm produces a profusion of ruffled, fiery orange flowers with a golden center. The blooms rise above a dense mound of bright green, deeply lobed foliage. This variety boasts a tidy, clump-forming habit, making it an excellent choice for small spaces.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
- Soil: Moist, well-drained, fertile soil.
- Water: Prefers regular moisture; avoid prolonged drought.
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9, suitable for a variety of climates.
Ideal Uses
- Mixed Borders: Provides continuous color and texture.
- Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees and butterflies.
- Rock Gardens: Compact size makes it ideal for smaller spaces.
- Mass Plantings: Creates a bold, fiery display.
- Containers: Thrives in patio pots and decorative planters.
Low Maintenance Care
Fire Storm Avens is an easy-care perennial requiring minimal upkeep.
- Watering: Prefers consistent moisture but tolerates short dry periods.
- Pruning: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage prolonged blooming.
- Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring.
- Deer and Rabbit Resistance: Generally unpalatable to browsing animals.
Why Choose Fire Storm?
This compact, long-blooming perennial offers vibrant color, attracts pollinators, and provides exceptional garden performance.
- Brilliant Orange Flowers: Adds a warm, fiery glow to garden plantings.
- Extended Bloom Season: Flowers from late spring into summer.
- Compact and Versatile: Perfect for small gardens and containers.
- Pollinator-Friendly: Provides nectar for bees and butterflies.
For a bright, easy-care perennial with vivid orange blooms, Fire Storm Avens (Geum 'Fire Storm') is an outstanding choice.
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