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Geum chiloense 'Double Bloody Mary

Also Known As

  • Geum 'Double Bloody Mary'
  • Avens

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Geum chiloense 'Double Bloody Mary plant details

Geum chiloense 'Double Bloody Mary is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer red flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Geum chiloense 'Double Bloody Mary

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Geum chiloense 'Double Bloody Mary

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Double, ruffled red flowers bloom on upright stems above this clumping perennial with attractive green foliage. Cut often to encourage continuous blooms. Cut back hard in the fall. Best in fertile, well-drained soil with moderate water. Plant in borders, beds and containers.
The double showy-red flowers of this award-winner are held on sturdy 1-2' stems above mounded green foliage making a cheerful show in border or vase late-spring into early-summer (longer if dead-headed). Sun/Med

Gardening facts about Geum chiloense 'Double Bloody Mary plant

How to Grow Geum chiloense 'Double Bloody Mary

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun

Features

  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen
  • Foliage Color

    • green
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