Family: Rosaceae (ro-ZAY-see-ee) (Info) Genus: Geum (JEE-um) (Info) Species: magellanicum (ma-jell-AN-ee-kum) (Info)
Category: Alpines and Rock Gardens Herbs
Height: 24-36 in. (60-90 cm) 36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing: 9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness: Unknown - Tell us
Sun Exposure: Full Sun
Danger: N/A
Bloom Color: Red Red-Orange Bright Yellow
Bloom Time: Late Spring/Early Summer Mid Summer Late Summer/Early Fall
Foliage: Herbaceous
Other details: This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings Very high moisture needs; suitable for bogs and water gardens
Soil pH requirements: 5.6 to 6.0 (acidic) 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic) 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information: Unknown - Tell us
Propagation Methods: From seed; stratify if sowing indoors From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting: Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
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