Geum 'Totally Tangerine' (Totally Tangerine Avens) — Clump forming

Overview

Geum 'Totally Tangerine' is a clump forming perennial in the genus Geum, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous, semi evergreen foliage. Geum 'Totally Tangerine' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, containers and cottage gardens.

About

Geum 'Totally Tangerine' (Totally Tangerine Avens) is a perennial cultivar of the Geum genus, known commonly as avens, within the Rosaceae family. This plant thrives in moist, well-drained soil and grows well in full sun to partial shade. Suitable for borders, containers, and cottage gardens, it benefits from deadheading to extend its flowering period and should be cut back after flowering to encourage fresh growth. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and can be propagated by division or seed.

About the genus

Geum (L.), commonly called avens, is a flowering plant genus of about 60 accepted species and hybrids, within the Rosaceae family in the order of Rosales, in the major group angiosperms. The species of the genus are widely distributed across Europe, Asia, North and South America, Africa, and New Zealand. They are closely related to Potentilla and Fragaria.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Geum

Sunlight: full sun, partial shade
Soil type: well-drained
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: moist
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Geum 'Totally Tangerine' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: perennial
Habit: Clump forming
Foliage: Deciduous, Semi evergreen
Suggested uses: borders, containers, cottage gardens

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Geum 'Totally Tangerine'

Cultivation: Prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade; deadhead to prolong flowering.
Pruning: Cut back after flowering to encourage fresh growth.
Propagation: division, seed
Pest resistance: Leaf miners, Aphids, Geum sawfly larvae
Disease resistance: Powdery mildews

Frequently asked questions

How do I grow Geum 'Totally Tangerine'?

Prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade; deadhead to prolong flowering.

Where is the best place to plant Geum 'Totally Tangerine'?

Geum 'Totally Tangerine' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Geum 'Totally Tangerine' need?

Geum 'Totally Tangerine' grows best in well-drained soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist.

How do I prune Geum 'Totally Tangerine'?

Cut back after flowering to encourage fresh growth.

Is Geum 'Totally Tangerine' hardy in the UK?

Geum 'Totally Tangerine' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.

How do I propagate Geum 'Totally Tangerine'?

Division, seed.

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