Terra Nova
Geum TEMPO™ ‘Yellow’ (36 cell half tray)
Blooms early spring with numerous semi-double yellow flowers with dark edges on black stems. Long blooming. Bright green leaves grow in a dense mound. Loved by pollinators. Deer resistant. Easy to grow. The entire TEMPO™ Series feature a tight habit with short to medium stems and never become floppy. Does not need to be covered by other perennials like the older varieties do.
USDA Hardiness Zone(s): 5-9
Size (HT/W/FL HT): 14″ / 24″ / 20″
Exposure: Part Shade, Full Sun
Bloom Time(s): April, May, June
| US Patent # | ('TNGEUTY') PPAF |
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Growing Guides
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| Common Name | Geum, Avens |
| Genus | Geum |
| Species | hybrid |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Format | Perennial Plugs |
| Plug Care | Harden off and plant out or bump up into larger pots soon after receiving plugs. When planting out be sure you to not bury the crowns. Plant the plugs so that the top of the growing medium is level with the soil. |
| Netting / Staking | Not necessary. |
| Temperature Range | Hardiness Zones 5-9 (May be hardy in zones 3 and 4) |
| Spacing | 12-16" |
| Soil Preference | Moist, loamy soil with average water needs. Let soil dry back moderately between waterings. |
| Day Length | Day-neutral plants. Plant in full sun to partial shade. |
| Pinching | Do not pinch. |
| When to Plant | Plant in the spring after the threat of frost has passed. Plugs can be planted later in the season as well, through to the end of summer. |
| Harvesting | Harvest flowers when they are half open for longest vase life. Keep flowers cut or deadheaded to prolong the flowering period of the plant. |
| Post Harvest Care | Cut stems should immediately be placed into cool water. Expect a vase life of approximately a week. Use a floral preservative to maximize vase life. |
| Diseases / Insects | Plants can be affected by aphids and whiteflies. Resistant to most diseases but botrytis and mildews are possible in areas with poor air movement or in periods of extended dampness. |
| Bailey's Notes | There's nothing like a few stems of Geum in a spring bouquet to add a touch of movement and whimsy. |
| Resources | Growing Geum |
Order Minimums and Tray Sizes
All TERRA NOVA® plugs are grown in a 36 cell half tray. The minimum order is 6 total half trays (an combination of varieties).
Orders for multiple ship weeks must be placed separately.
Patents & Plant Tags
Unauthorized propagation of varieties that are patented is strictly prohibited.
If you are purchasing these plugs with the intent to resell them, you must also purchase tags. Upon adding items to your cart, you will be prompted to add tags for each plant in the order, at the cost of $0.13 per tag. This is applied to your entire order.