Description and General Information:
Description and General Information:
Geum montanum, known as alpine avens, is native to high elevations of south and central Europe.Plants form compact clumps with evergreen, stiffly-hairy pinnate leaves. Flowers stems arise up to 15 cm with a solitary, yellow, five-petalled, saucer-shaped flower 3-4 cm in diameter. Seed heads are like those of a miniature pasqueflower.
Blooming Season:
April in southern areas to June in northern.
Cultivation:
Alpine avens prefers open, sunny sites but appreciates part shade in warmer regions. Any fertile, well-drained soil will suffice. It is not fussy about the soil pH. It is rated hardy to zone 5.
Propagation:
Division or seed
Division:
Larger clumps may be dug and divided after blooming.
Cuttings:
Not generally practiced.
Seed:
This species requires a stratification period of about 3 months. Best to sow in the fall and leave outside for the winter. Make sure to cover the seeds as they require darkness for germination.