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Geum triflorum (Prairie smoke, Purple avens)


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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Geum triflorum JEE-um try-FLOOR-um Common Name: Prairie smoke, Purple avens Genus: Geum
This prairie native bears nodding, pinkish-maroon flowers in spring, followed by seed heads that resemble wisps of cotton candy and connote the plant's common name. The upright, ferny foliage is beautiful, and can be evergreen in mild climates. 
 Noteworthy characteristics: Valued for its flowers, seed heads, leaves, and drought tolerance.
 Care: Full sun is recommended. Drought tolerant.
 Propagation: Divide in spring or fall.
Height 1 ft. to 3 ft.
Spread 6 in. to 12 in.
Growth Habit Clumps
Growth Pace Moderate Grower
Light Full Sun Only
Moisture Dry to Medium
Maintenance Low
Tolerance Drought Tolerant
Characteristics Native; Showy Flowers; Showy Foliage; Showy Seed Heads
Bloom Time Spring; Summer
Foliage Color Evergreen
Flower Color Pink Flower; Purple/ Lavender Flower
Uses Beds and Borders, Ground Covers, Naturalizing
Style Meadow Garden, Rock Garden
Seasonal Interest Winter Interest, Spring Interest, Summer Interest, Fall Interest
Type Perennials

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