Also known as Avens · 586 gardener saves
Geum: the varieties gardeners actually grow
Geum, the genus most gardeners know as avens. We track 16 varieties; these are the ones gardeners actually save and plant, ranked by real saves rather than catalog marketing. Each links to full care, bloom, and live price data.
The 12 most-saved Geum varieties
Of 16 in the catalog — ordered by how many gardeners actually grow them.
#1 most savedPretticoats Peach Avens
Geum coccineum 'Pretticoats Peach'
#2 most savedFireball Avens
Geum rivale 'Fireball'
#3 most savedBlazing Sunset Geum
Geum geum 'Blazing Sunset'
Koi Avens
Geum coccineum 'Koi'
Fire Storm Avens
Geum serratum 'Fire Storm'
Prinses Juliana Geum Rose Mukdenia
Geum roseum 'Prinses Juliana'
Red Dragon Avens
Geum quellyon 'Red Dragon'
Totally Tangerine Avens
Geum coccineum 'Totally Tangerine'
Water Avens
Geum rivale
Sunrise Avens
Geum chiloense 'Sunrise'
Mrs. J. Bradshaw Avens
Geum rivale 'Mrs J. Bradshaw'
Tempest Coral Avens
Geum chiloense 'Tempest Coral'
Browse all 16 Geum varieties →
How to grow Geum
What the Geum varieties in our catalog actually agree on — drawn from the care records of the 16 most-grown of them, not from a generic template.
The Geum year
- DivideMarch and September100% of varieties
Divide clumps every 3-4 years in spring or fall to maintain vigor.
- Spring CleanupFebruary and March100% of varieties
Cut back old or tattered semi-evergreen foliage before new growth begins.
- DeadheadMay–July88% of varieties
Remove spent flower stems down to the basal foliage to encourage rebloom.
- PlantMarch, April, September and October38% of varieties
Plant container stock in spring after frost or in early fall.
Do
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms
- Water consistently to keep soil moist 🌱
- Deadhead spent flowers to promote reblooming
- Water regularly to keep soil evenly moist 🌱
- Water consistently during dry spells 🌱
Avoid
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
- Refrain from heavy pruning in late fall
- Refrain from disturbing roots during flowering
- Don't forget to remove dead or diseased foliage
What goes wrong with Geum
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Clustering on new growth, sticky residue | Use insecticidal soap or neem oil |
| Spider Mites | Fine webbing and speckled leaves | Use insecticidal soap and maintain humidity |
| Slugs | Holes in leaves and slime trails | Use organic slug bait or handpick during evening hours |
| Spider mites | Fine webbing on leaves, yellowing | Use neem oil spray |
| Powdery Mildew | White powdery coating on leaves | Improve air circulation and apply sulfur fungicide |
| Root Rot | Wilting and browning of foliage | Ensure well-drained soil and reduce watering |
| Root rot | Wilting despite adequate watering | Ensure excellent drainage and avoid overwatering |
Making more Geum
Division
- Dig up mature plants in early spring or fall.
- Separate clumps with a sharp knife into smaller sections.
- Replant divisions immediately at same depth.
Seed
- Tuck seeds into moist soil in early spring, taking care not to bury too deep.
- Maintain consistent moisture for 2-3 weeks until germination occurs.
Geum questions
How many types of Geum are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 16 distinct Geum varieties. The most popular — ranked by 586 real gardener saves — are shown first above.
What zones does Geum grow in?
Across its varieties, Geum covers USDA Zones 4–9. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Geum bloom?
Most Geum varieties bloom in late spring, early summer, late spring to late summer. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Geum should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.
Keep exploring
Design with Geum in your own yard
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