Avens thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil. Regular watering is essential, though the plant is relatively drought-tolerant once established. A key special care point is deadheading spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming and prevent self-seeding. Additionally, division every few years helps to maintain plant vigor and control spread.
Watering schedule: Every week
Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun
| Care Difficulty | Easy |
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Watering Schedule | Every week |
| Sunlight Requirements | Partial sun |
| Soil pH | 6-7 |
| Hardiness Zones |
5-9
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Wood avens (Geum urbanum) is genetically related to the more commonly recognizable rose. This perennial plant is native to Europe and the Middle East. In folklore, the wood avens is considered to have spiritual properties and is seen as capable of driving away evil energy.
White avens makes an attractive mass planting or ground cover. The evergreen foliage resembles that of a strawberry plant and the small white flowers bloom throughout the summer months. The seeds from the white avens may be troublesome, as they cling to pet fur and clothing.
Water avens thrives in damp areas like wet meadows and riversides. Dainty purple and orange blossoms dangle and nod from their delicate purple stems. It is said that the roots can be boiled to make a chocolate-like drink.
This wildflower blooms across the US and Canada in woodlands, meadows, and lake shores. Its root smells like clove and is a traditional medicine among some indigenous peoples. Some European traditions suggested that the yellow avens could ward off the devil. The leaves are edible.
Large-leaved avens (Geum macrophyllum) is a plant species that bears sticky fruit. Large-leaved avens can become stuck in clothing and pet fur. This weed is known best for its fruit, which is covered with spiky, velcro-like hooks that readily attach to anything that it touches.
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