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Largeleaf Avens (Geum macrophyllum) is a Utah native that is perfectly suited to woodland settings, bringing life and color to shady gardens. In late spring, airy stems rise above the foliage carrying small, sunny yellow flowers. However, it's not the flowers that steal the show for this plant, but the foliage. Lush mounds of large, softly textured green leaves create a full, leafy presence that works beautifully as a living ground layer beneath trees or along shaded borders, especially when paired with other shade tolerant perennials and shrubs. The more shade the plant is in, the larger the leaves grow. Use Largeleaf Avens to provide texture, leaf color, and interest to shaded garden beds and borders, woodland plantings, in moist meadows, or along waterways. It can also handle seasonal flooding, making it appropriate for rain gardens.
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Largeleaf Avens
Irrigation Requirement: Moderate (1/2" every 7-10 days)
Mature Size: 1 - 3' tall and 1 - 2' wide
Spacing: 18-24"
Bloom Colors: Yellow
Bloom Season: May - July
Hardiness Zone: 3 - 8
Light Requirement: Full Sun, Partial Shade, Full Shade. This plant is very adaptable to different light conditions. We recommend it for Partial to Full Shade areas.
Deer Resistant: Yes
Salt Tolerant: Yes
Soils: Grows in sandy, loam, or clay soils that are well-draining. Tolerates more fertile garden soils and season flooding.
Plants in the Geum genus are a known host species to 3 native pollinators in northern Utah. Largeleaf Avens also provides nectar for pollinators.