Cherry Bomb avens
Geum 'Cherry Bomb'
USDA zones5 to 7
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size9 to 12 inches tall9 to 12 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Red
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Cherry Bomb' avens (Geum 'Cherry Bomb') is a perennial for borders, cottage gardens, and rock gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and sandy or loamy soil. Red flowers open in early to late spring and again in early to late summer, and butterflies and bees visit the blooms. Deer tend to pass it by.
Pairs well with Blue fescue, Golden Tiara hosta, and Sarah Bernhardt peony.