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The Gardener's Almanac

For information on what to do in your garden this week!

 
 
 
 
 

Location;

 

Geum

Common name; Avens

A hardy perennial suited to growing in borders, some varieties are suitable for growing in rockeries, e.g. reptans.

The border varieties chiloense many of which are specifically named, grow to a height of 300-500mm (12"-18") high. The flowers appear from late June until September.

 

Week 10; Sow seeds in trays or pots of seed compost and germinate at a temperature of 16°-18°C (61°F-64°F).

Germination should take about two weeks.

 

Week 13-14; Prick out seedling if large enough to handle, into 70mm (3") pots of potting compost.

Grow on at 12°-16°C (54°-61°F) until planting out time.

 

Week 16; Divide established plants and plant out divisions if ground conditions are suitable, if not wait until they are.

 

Week 35; Plant out from now until the end of November, 200-300mm (8"-12") apart in full sun or partial shade.

 

 

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