Geum rivale 'Flames of Passion'? - P9

Description
The Water avens 'Flames of Passion'® (Geum rivale) is an upright, clump-forming, winter-green perennial that produces red, cup-shaped flowers from April to June. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 40 cm and is approx. 30 cm wide. The Water avens 'Flames of Passion'® is well tolerant of frost.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are very popular with bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * very beautiful in containers * wintergreen

Spread
Germany.

Frost hardiness
The Water avens 'Flames of Passion'® has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright, clump-forming.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Water depth
0 - 10 cm

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Planting partner
The Water avens 'Flames of Passion'® sets beautiful accents together with: Brook speedwell, marsh forget-me-not.

Tasks
Pruning: In the period from February to March.

Care
If the plant is divided every 2-3 years and weak roots and shoots are removed, the reward is better growth and flowering vigour!

Flower
Geum rivale 'Flames of Passion'® forms semi-double, cupped, red flowers from April.

Use
Tubs, group planting, rock garden, bee pasture, pond edge, stream course