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Geum Sunset

Botanical name: Geum chiloense
Family: Rosaceae
Plant type: Herbaceous perennial.
Size (HxW): 15cm x 15cm
Depth and spacing: Plant at the same level as in the pot with roots spread evenly below. Plant 15cm apart.
Watering: Keep relatively moist for the best result particularly is rainfall is low.
Frost tolerance: Hardy
Flowering time: Spring till autumn.
Planting time: Anytime
Soil: Well drained, humus rich is ideal.
Climate: Cool to Temperate.
Aspect: Full sun to semi shade.
Fertilizer: Apply a well-balanced fertilizer in winter/spring.
After flowering care: Cut off any spent flowers and remove dead foliage.
Comments: The flowers on this perennial are bright, papery and long lasting.

Last Reviewed: 10/27/2004 2:47:49 PM
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