Ideal Temperature Range for Water avens

(Geum rivale)

Water avens, also known as Nodding avens, Indian chocolate, Water flower, Chocolate root

In its native growth environment, water avens prefers temperatures between 0 to 32 ℉ (-18 to 0 ℃). During the growing season, it is best to keep the temperature around 59 to 70 ℉ (15 to 21 ℃), while in the winter, it can handle temperatures as low as 23 ℉ (-5 ℃). Provide good ventilation and proper mulching to maintain a suitable temperature.

What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Water avens?

Ideal

Tolerable

Unsuitable

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Temperature Essentials for Water avens

Regional wintering strategies

Water avens is highly cold-tolerant and does not require additional frost protection measures during winter. However, before the first freeze in autumn, it is recommended to water the plant generously to ensure the soil remains moist and enters a frozen state. This helps prevent drought and water scarcity for the plant during winter and early spring.

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Signs of Low and High Temperature in Water avens

Symptoms of Low Temperature in Water avens

Water avens is extremely cold-tolerant, but the winter temperature should be maintained above -35°C. If the temperature drops below this threshold, although there may not be any noticeable changes during winter, there may be a decrease in sprouting or even no sprouting during springtime.

Solutions for Low Temperature in Water avens

In spring, remove any parts that have failed to sprout.

Symptoms of High Temperature in Water avens

Water avens is not tolerant to high temperatures. When the temperature exceeds 32°C, its growth will stop, and it becomes more susceptible to rot.

Solutions for High Temperature in Water avens

Trim away the sunburned and dried-up parts. Move the plant to a location that provides shade from the midday and afternoon sun, or use a shade cloth to create shade. Water the plant in the morning and evening to keep the soil moist.