Scientific Name
Geum quellyon Sweet
Common Name(s)
Scarlet Avens, Chilean Avens, Grecian Rose
Synonym(s)
Geum chiloense
Scientific Classification
Family: Rosaceae
Subfamily: Rosoideae
Tribe: Colurieae
Genus: Geum
Flower
Color: Red
Bloom Time: June to August
Description
Geum quellyon is a perennial flowering plant with imparipinnate leaves. It grows up to 2 feet (60 cm) tall and produces cymes of salmon-red, five-stellate flowers from June to August.

How to Grow and Care
Geums flower best in a sunny position with average garden water. However, in really hot climates, afternoon shade is essential to prevent the plants from being scorched. Good drainage is also important, as Geums are subject to root rot in wet conditions. Otherwise, they are very adaptable to different soil types.
Geum is easily grown from seed sown indoors six to eight weeks before the average last frost date. However, improved cultivars are readily available in garden centers, so most gardeners choose to start them as transplants. Plant them in good garden soil that has been enriched with compost. They are not considered drought-tolerant and will need weekly water throughout their lives.
It's important to note that Geums are short-lived perennials that require division every few years to renew the patch. Otherwise, they will naturally decline and disappear.
Geums are generally grown as a front-of-the-border plant, where their low foliage and bright flowers make a cheerful edging to flower beds. Since it is a small plant, masses of one variety are very effective, though they can also be interspersed with other small-statured annuals and perennials for a cottage garden look. Geums are also excellent in potted arrangements and make great cut flowers.
See more at How to Grow and Care for Geum.
Origin
Geum quellyon is native to the central region of Chile.
Links
- Back to genus Geum
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