Orange Tempo Avens

Tempo Orange Avens (Geum TEMPO 'Orange')

Tempo Orange Avens (Geum TEMPO 'Orange') is a vibrant, early-blooming perennial featuring dazzling, fiery orange flowers with a semi-double form. This compact and well-behaved variety is part of the Tempo series, offering an extended flowering period from early spring through summer, making it a standout in mixed borders, rock gardens, and containers.

Distinctive Features

Tempo Orange produces warm, sunset-hued blooms that hover above deep green, deeply lobed foliage. Its flowers emerge earlier in the season than many other Geum varieties, providing an early splash of color when little else is blooming.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
• Soil: Moist, well-drained, fertile soil.
• Water: Prefers regular moisture; avoid extended dry periods.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9, adaptable to a range of conditions.

Ideal Uses

• Mixed Borders: Provides continuous color.
• Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees and butterflies.
• Rock Gardens: Compact habit makes it perfect for smaller spaces.
• Mass Plantings: Creates a bright, cheerful display.
• Containers: Thrives in patio pots and decorative planters.

Low Maintenance Care

Tempo Orange Avens is a hardy, low-maintenance perennial that thrives with minimal attention.

• Watering: Prefers consistently moist soil but tolerates brief dry periods.
• Pruning: Deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming.
• Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring.
• Deer and Rabbit Resistance: Generally unpalatable to browsing animals.

Why Choose Tempo Orange?

This compact, long-blooming perennial provides brilliant color and excellent garden performance.

• Fiery Orange Flowers: Adds warmth and vibrancy to plantings.
• Early Blooming: One of the first Geum varieties to flower in spring.
• Compact and Versatile: Perfect for small gardens and containers.
• Pollinator-Friendly: Supports bees and butterflies.

For a dazzling, easy-care perennial with early-season blooms, Tempo Orange Avens (Geum TEMPO 'Orange') is an excellent choice.