Geum 'Gimlet'

Also Known As

Gimlet Avens
Gimlet Grecian Rose

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 18"-25"
W: 24"

planting zones

5a-8b

Geum 'Gimlet' plant details

Geum 'Gimlet' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Geum 'Gimlet'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 18 IN - 25 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow

GROWING CONDITIONS for Geum 'Gimlet'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Another Geum from Brent Horvath's Cocktail Series…Gimlet has pale yellow green semi double rose shaped blossoms on 18-25" stems. Blooms in late spring though early summer.

By: Avant Gardens

Gardening facts about Geum 'Gimlet' plant

How to Grow Geum 'Gimlet'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- fuzzy

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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

3a-9b

Size

Height: 6"-18"

Width: 6"-18"

sun - dappled shade
regular - occasional

Photo of Geum triflorum flower by Anna Kullgren

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