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.
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