Sea Breeze avens
Geum 'Sea Breeze'
USDA zones3 to 7
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size18 to 24 inches tall18 to 24 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Bright orange
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Sea Breeze' avens (Geum 'Sea Breeze') is a perennial for borders, pollinator gardens, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and sandy or loamy soil. Bright orange flowers open in early to late spring and again in early to late summer. Deer tend to pass it by. Butterflies and bees visit the blooms.
Pairs well with Sedge, Black Hero tulip, and August Moon hosta.