| Geum borisii | USDA Zone: 3-9 |
Boris Avens has orange cup-shaped flowers at the ends of the stems from late spring to mid summer, which are interesting on close inspection. The flowers are excellent for cutting. Its serrated lobed leaves remain green in colour throughout the season.
Cheerful, orange cup-shaped flowers rise above mounds of fuzzy sharply cut foliage, blooms throughout the summer; a delightful little plant, excellent in rock and alpine gardens.
Boris Avens is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Mass Planting
- Rock/Alpine Gardens
- Border Edging
- General Garden Use
- Container Planting
Bloom Time: Late Spring, Summer
Long-Blooming
Attracts Butterflies
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
Common name: Geum
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| More About Boris Avens Geum |
| Height: 10-15 inches |
Spread: 12-18 inches |
Flower Colour: Orange Shades |
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Boris Avens does best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers dry to average moisture levels with very well-drained soil, and will often die in standing water. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution. Consider covering it with a thick layer of mulch in winter to protect it in exposed locations. Boris Avens is a fine choice for the garden, but it is also a good selection for planting in outdoor pots and containers. It is often used as a 'filler' in the 'spiller-thriller-filler' container combination, providing a mass of flowers against which the larger thriller plants stand out. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden. Be aware that in our climate, most plants cannot be expected to survive the winter if left in containers outdoors, and this plant is no exception. NOTE: Some flowers and plants may be harmful or poisonous to people or pets if touched or ingested. If you require more information before placing an order, please let us know in advance. |
