Geum chiloense 'Mrs. Bradshaw'

Chilean Avens

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Common Name:

Chilean Avens

Plant Type:

Perennial

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

40°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

60 cm

Maximum width:

45 cm

Chilean Avens (Geum chiloense 'Mrs. Bradshaw') - Description

G. chiloense is native to Chile.; double scarlet 'Mrs. Bradshaw.'

Chilean Avens (Geum chiloense 'Mrs. Bradshaw') - Blooming

Cut away flowers to promote continued blooming into the fall. The fuzzy seed heads are also attractive, so leave a few of the spent flowers to develope into these if you wish.

Chilean Avens (Geum chiloense 'Mrs. Bradshaw') - Growth

Grow in sun, but it will tolerate some shade. They prefer cool summer climates, after noon shade is best with warmer summers. Division is needed in spring if plants become too crowded.

Chilean Avens (Geum chiloense 'Mrs. Bradshaw') - Planting

Propagate named cultivars by division in spring or fall, when dormant. Seeds of cultivars won't come true. Seeds will germinate within a week or two.

Chilean Avens (Geum chiloense 'Mrs. Bradshaw') - Pest

Caterpillars. Other problems include powdery and downy mildew, leaf smut, and fungal leaf spots.

Chilean Avens (Geum chiloense 'Mrs. Bradshaw') - Interesting facts

Some herbal remedies use Tincture of Avens as a mild sedative in their mixture.

Chilean Avens (Geum chiloense 'Mrs. Bradshaw') - Soil and irrigation

Average to rich, evenly moist, well-drained soil. Good soil drainage is especially important in winter. Water once a week in summer.