Geum rivale

Water Avens, Drooping Avens, Indian Chocolate

Family: Rosaceae Rose


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 3A - 7B
Exposure Partial shade or partial sun
Bloom color Orange, red, yellow
Bloom time Early Spring to Early Summer
Water needs Moist to wet
Landscape uses Border, ground cover, rock garden
Height 8" to 12" / 20cm to 30cm
Spread n/a
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Rounded
Attributes and features Native to North America